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Polyphenols, such as curcumin, have gained popularity because epidemiological studies have repeatedly shown that diets rich in them can provide inflammatory relief. At the molecular level, polyphenols help stabilize oxidation in cellular components. Oxidation can lead to damage to organelles within cells, including mitochondria, the cell powerhouses where much of the cell's energy is produced by the oxygen we breathe. Eating foods with antioxidant properties, such as berries, nuts, healthy fats, and turmeric, is thought to help maintain levels of oxidative damage.

In terms of health benefits, paprika and bell pepper have been shown to have positive impacts on health. Paprika has been found to have anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties. It may also help improve digestion and reduce cholesterol levels.

3. Take a look at your ground paprika and see if it’s smooth and powdery. If you notice any large chunks or bumps, don’t worry! Simply grab a fine-mesh sieve and sift your paprika powder through it to achieve that velvety smooth texture.

Joint problems - more specifically bone and joint problems - are thought to be associated with chronic inflammatory responses. Some studies suggest that a daily supplement of 500 milligrams to 2 grams of curcumin can optimize knee pain.

To incorporate in dishes with paprika, use one teaspoon of gochujaru powder for every teaspoon of sweet or mild paprika. Of course, you may add more if you want more heat.

While the smoked variant is the responsible ingredient for the smoky flavor in many recipes, sweet paprika gives your dishes a fruity, sweet and slightly bitter flavor with very little to no heat at all. If you happen to spot the usual bottle that just says paprika, that’s most likely the regular or sweet variant.

It remains a staple in Spain, where it is known as pimentón and is a crucial ingredient in paella, and in Hungary, where numerous medium-to-hot varieties of paprika are used in traditional recipes including goulash, paprikash, and stuffed cabbage.

Today, hot sauce comes in a wide array of flavors, heat levels, and ingredients, varying greatly from region to region. For example, Louisiana-style hot sauces emphasize the tangy, sour taste of vinegar, while Asian hot sauces like Sriracha focus more on a balance between heat, sweetness, and garlic.

Consider a Blend

Therefore, after curcumin is ingested in the body, it is difficult for the gastrointestinal tract to absorb, metabolize and quickly remove from the body. Consuming curcumin in foods rich in lecithin, such as eggs, vegetable oil, and buttermilk, may help increase its absorption through the gut. Studies combining curcumin with piperine, the natural ingredient of black pepper, have shown that because piperine slows the metabolism of curcumin, it increases curcumin levels by a factor of 20.

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Mesurement-wise, you won't need to make any adjustments because one teaspoon of paprika is equivalent to one teaspoon of pasilla pepper powder.