Jalapeños Reign Supreme: Women Less Likely to Enjoy Spicy Peppers
Spicy pepper consumption in the United States was studied to see which types are most popular. The researchers surveyed over a thousand consumers and found that jalapeño peppers were the favorite fresh pepper, while paprika powder was the most commonly used dried pepper. Women were more likely to not like spicy foods compared to men. The study showed that many people enjoy spicy peppers, and preferences vary by type, with popularity not necessarily correlating with spiciness.