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Why are hot Cheetos so addictive?

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The heat from the spicy Cheetos causes your brain to release endorphins, or feel-good chemicals, which makes you crave more. Processed foods like Cheetos are also high in fat, salt, and simple carbohydrates, all of which your body tends to crave when you’re stressed. However, they’re also very low on nutritional value.

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How many Scoville units are in Flamin’ Hot Cheetos?

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It’s not clear that anyone has officially tested this, but estimates range from 30,000-50,000 (about the same as a cayenne pepper).

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Why is it bad to eat hot Cheetos?

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In moderation, they probably won’t hurt you. However, like most snack foods, they’re high in calories but low in nutrients, and also contain unhealthy amounts of salt, fat, and refined carbs. Additionally, eating too much of the flaming hot seasoning can irritate your stomach or aggravate an ulcer if you already have one. Plus, the red dye can make your bowel movements look bright red (which is really more alarming than dangerous)!

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Does this actually taste like hot Cheetos?

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Not really, it tastes more like the spices you've used, especially for the last one. The texture is also not the same if you make it from scratch.

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