Brown Sugar Spice Rub
Chili powder is the star of this rub, giving it a red undertone. Chili powder is often thought of as a single seasoning, when it actually is a blend of spices, such as paprika, cumin, cayenne, ancho chile powder, coriander, turmeric, ginger and/or oregano.
Capsaicin is one of the components responsible for the burning effect in spices such as cayenne and paprika. Research suggests capsaicin may play a role in acting as a natural pain reliever.
Click on the button below for an interesting read - a peer reviewed article about capsaicin’s role in therapy of pain.
Enjoy!