Indian food has become one of the fastest-growing segments of the ethnic food scene in recent years. More people from around the globe have had some exposure to the cuisine known for its diverse range of ingredients, tongue-tickling flavors, health benefits, and levels of spiciness.

From London to Dubai, Bangkok to LA, you can find an Indian restaurant just about anywhere these days. Next time you are at your local Indian restaurant, be sure to ask for Rupee Beer, Named the Best Beer For World Food, specially crafted to pair with Indian, spicy, and world cuisine.

Here are 5 reasons to spice up your life with Indian Food:

1. Live Longer

A 2015 Harvard University & China National Center for Disease Control & Prevention study concluded that consuming spicy food even just once a week lowered mortality rates by 14 percent in humans.

2. Speed up Your Metabolism

Several international studies over the years have shed light on spices heavily used in Indian cooking, such as turmeric, cumin, cinnamon, and chilies, being directly linked to raising your metabolic resting rate and slowing down your appetite to boost your metabolism.

3. Combat Inflammation

Known in India for centuries, Ayurvedic practices have aided in fighting inflammation within the body. Ginger, garlic, and a compound called curcumin found in turmeric are known to reduce inflammation and help treat conditions such as arthritis, nausea, and headaches.

4. Kill Bacteria

The vast nature of Indian cuisine allows it to be extremely abundant in antioxidant spices, which have been used across South Asia for healing purposes for thousands of years. Turmeric and cumin have been shown to have powerful antioxidant and antibacterial healing properties, which can be used to fight against harmful bacteria in the body.

5. Eat More Mindfully

Research suggests people who consume more spicy food are more satisfied than those who do not. The spiciness of Indian cuisine naturally slows down the eating process, giving your brain more time to absorb and process what it is consuming and when your body is feeling full. This helps reduce overeating and makes you more self-aware of what you are putting into your body.