Ancient cultures used the spice as an antiseptic and to treat cholera and bronchitis.It is thought the burning sensation of the chilli pepper is an evolutionary ploy to stop mammals eating them.

• 古时候,人们用辣椒作为抗菌剂来治疗霍乱和支气管炎，他们认为辣椒带来的灼烧感可以防止细菌侵蚀患者,并认为这是一种先进的方法。