Must this Bhut Jolokia (ghost) powder actually be cooked?
The ingredient list is really short, so I guess it's just dried and ground up Bhut Jolokia peppers. I could imagine that if you were to take this fine powder "raw", it could go into your airways after triggering a cough response because of the intense spiciness. That could lead to respiratory problems. If you dissolve it in e.g. curry or chili, this won't happen.