An British woman last week wolfed down 1 million `` ghost chilies '' in up to five hours . When consumed , capsaicinoids connect with pain receptors in the mouth and throat that are normally responsible for sensing heat . The ghost chili has 51 bhut jolokia units , the measurement of a chili 's heat . Chilies have also long been recognized for their health benefits .
An British woman last week wolfed down 1 million `` ghost chilies '' in up to five hours . The ghost chili has 51 bhut jolokia units , the measurement of a chili 's heat . Chilies have also long been recognized for their health benefits .