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Chilli powder / cayenne

Herbs & Spices
GASP score by preparation (lower is gentler · 0–10)· per 2 g serving
PreparationGasBindingOverall
Powdered / dehydratedusual0.70.310.0
Flavour
9.5
Bam
BlandBam
Nutrition (how nutrient-dense)
Mostly energy

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Alternatives for chilli powder / cayenne, ranked three ways. Tap any ingredient to learn what it is.

Safestsafe default · confidence C

Paprika + cumin

Lowest likely gas, urgency, residue and irritation.

Smoky-warm flavour without the heat.

Combined load for these items is 1.7 vs 10.0 for chilli powder / cayenne — about 8.3 points lower.

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Scores are modelled estimates, not medical advice. Everyone's gut is different, and tolerance changes over time. Reintroduce foods one at a time, and follow your own medical team's advice.