Peor es chile y agua lejos

[Glen]

Knowing this means things could be worse, I've always wondered whether it's literally true. Shouldn't it say a piece of bread instead, because water only makes the burning more intense?

[poli]

Something oily like avocado is better than bread.

[AngelicaDeAlquezar]

Water is the usual "cure" for the burning sensation of hot chili. The other usual remedy is salt, but Poli is right: avocado or butter are better. :)

The saying, however, keeps the water. ;)

[yudithcool]

la leche es la mejor solución :thumbsup:

[poli]

Seguro que es la manteca en en la leche, aguacate y mantequilla que alivia el ardor del picante.

[pjt33]

Sí, porque la capsaicina es soluble en grasa y alcohol.

[AngelicaDeAlquezar]

¡Qué me has dicho! Con un tequila se pasa mejor. ;)