Some peppers are hot due to a class of chemical compounds called capsaicinoids. One way to measure capsaicins in a pepper is using the Scoville Heat Unit scale.
Capsaicinoids are not soluble in water, but are soluble in fats, oils and alcohol. This is why drinking water after eating a hot pepper will not take away the burning sensation. Try drinking milk or eating ice cream instead.
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