Preface
People who eat spicy for people who have different levels of acceptance of spicy are of course different in their feelings about chili peppers, people who can eat spicy are "no spicy and not happy", and people who can't eat spicy feel hot like hell in the devil.
In fact, spicy is also a kind of culture, and China's spicy culture has a long history. Li Yongzhi, the spicy king who has recently exploded on the Internet, is said to be 5 catties of chili pepper with liquor every day, spicy and spicy, and he really deserves to be the so-called spicy king.
But excessive intake of chili peppers will make our body unbearable. So the spicy king eats several times more spicy than ordinary people every day, what is his life like now?
Chinese spicy culture
China's spicy culture has a long history and is deeply rooted in the food traditions of the Chinese nation. Spicy, as a unique taste experience, not only adds rich color to people's tables, but also becomes an indispensable element in Chinese culture.
In the history of Chinese food, the spicy culture was formed by the introduction and popularization of chili peppers, and although chili peppers are not native to China, they have quickly taken root in the land of China since the day they were introduced.
And it has become an indispensable condiment on the table of Chinese, and the scale of cultivation and consumption of chili peppers in China has been expanding, gradually forming a unique spicy culture in various places.
China's spicy culture is rich and diverse depending on the region. For example, Sichuan's spicy, Hunan's original spicy, Guizhou's sour and spicy, Yunnan's spicy, etc., are all unique flavors formed by people everywhere in their long-term dietary practice.
Sources of information on the above:
Baidu Academic's article "The Cultural History of Chinese Peppers".
These flavors not only reflect the different understandings and applications of chili peppers by people around the world, but also show the innovative spirit and wisdom of the Chinese nation in food culture. In addition, China's spicy culture is also closely related to the culture of traditional Chinese medicine.
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that chili pepper has the effect of warding away cold, appetizing and digesting, and moderate consumption is beneficial to health. Therefore, under the guidance of traditional Chinese medicine theory, chili pepper is widely used in the field of dietary therapy and health care, and has become an indispensable part of Chinese's daily life.
At the same time, spicy culture has also been reflected in Chinese literature, art and other fields. Many poems and songs use chili peppers as the theme, praising its unique charm and flavor. In painting, sculpture and other artistic fields, chili peppers are also often used as creative elements to show the beauty of their forms and rich colors.
In general, China's spicy culture is a unique cultural phenomenon, which integrates regional characteristics, traditional Chinese medicine culture, literature and art and other elements, showing the richness and creativity of the Chinese nation in food culture.
Source of information for the above content: Baidu Scholar's article "The Spread of Chili Pepper in China and Its Impact".
The birth of the Spicy King
The incident of the spicy king Li Yongzhi is well known to everyone, so how did he come to be called? The birth of the title of Spicy King Li Yongzhi is not an event with a specific ritual or a specific moment.
Born in 1961 in Shawoli Village, Longhu Town, Xinzheng, Zhengzhou City, Li Yongzhi has been fond of chili peppers since he was a child.
For him, three meals a day can be without meat and eggs, but absolutely not without chili. This love and dedication to chili peppers laid a solid foundation for him to become the "Spicy King" in the future.
Ten years ago, because of some sudden changes in the family, his eldest son unfortunately suffered a car accident, his legs were broken, and the hit-and-run vehicle escaped, and the huge medical expenses put Li Yongzhi under great pressure.
In the midst of this difficult situation, he accidentally discovered that he was able to tolerate chili peppers beyond the ordinary, which also became an opportunity for him to challenge spicy food and show his unique talents.
What really made Li Yongzhi famous was a misunderstanding in a restaurant, because he ate all the chili peppers on the table and was mistaken by the boss for stealing, in order to prove his innocence, he ate a whole bowl of chili peppers on the spot, which attracted widespread attention.
The source of information for the above content: Baidu Encyclopedia "Li Yongzhi" character events.
Since then, he has frequently participated in various TV shows and challenges, and gradually made a name for himself in the field of spicy food. In variety shows, Li Yongzhi's performance is even more jaw-dropping, which is simply beyond his ability to eat spicy food.
He once ate 10 spicy spicy sticks in one go in the show, and successfully won the crown of "Spicy King". He also went to India to challenge the eating of devil peppers, and successfully ate 32 sticks, breaking the Guinness World Record and further consolidating his status as the "Spicy King".
Li Yongzhi's achievements are not only reflected in his love and persistence for chili peppers, but also in his spirit of daring to face the difficulties of life and challenging himself. His story inspires us and makes us understand that everyone has a potential and unique talent, and as long as we dare to explore and challenge, we can create our own wonderful on the stage of life.
The birth of Li Yongzhi, the king of chili, was not achieved overnight, but his long-term love for chili peppers, his personal perseverance and a series of life experiences are a comprehensive embodiment. As long as there is love and persistence, you can find your own position on the stage of life and create your own brilliance.
The above content information source: China News, Shenzhen Hotline "About the Spicy King Li Yongzhi: Challenge the Limit, Achieve the Spicy Legend" article.
His life now
Li Yongzhi, a legendary figure in the eyes of the public, has attracted widespread attention on the Internet for his extraordinary ability to eat spicy food. He is revered as the "Spicy King".
The title of "Spicy King" reveals his enough love and dedication to chili peppers, from childhood to adulthood, Li Yongzhi's love for chili peppers is extraordinary, so much so that he must eat a lot of chili peppers every day, and this eating habit has become a part of his life.
However, because of eating a lot of spicy food for a long time, Li Yongzhi's physical condition was gradually exposed. A few years ago, his health was caused by the poor eating habit of eating chili peppers, which caused him to have a big problem with his health.
There was even a time when rumors about his death due to overeating spicy food attracted widespread attention in society. Although these rumors were eventually proven to be false, Li Yongzhi's physical condition is indeed worrying.
The long-term excessive consumption of chili peppers and liquor caused him to suffer from serious stomach and anorectal diseases, and his physical condition was worrying. Faced with health problems, Li Yongzhi began to reflect on his habit of eating spicy food and gradually adjusted his lifestyle.
After several years of recuperation and recovery, his physical condition has improved significantly. In order to stay healthy, he gradually reduced his intake of chili peppers, began to focus on a balanced and nutritious diet, and underwent regular medical check-ups to ensure that he was in good health.
Although Li Yongzhi no longer participates in various spicy competitions and activities as frequently as in the past, his love for chili peppers is still undiminished. In his daily life, he enjoys chili peppers in moderation and shares tips and insights on healthy eating with his fans.
Today, Li Yongzhi lives a relatively peaceful life, and he strives to adjust his eating habits and lifestyle to protect his body.
Li Yongzhi is no longer the "spicy king" who shows his ability to eat spicy food in front of the camera.
But he remains an energetic and enthusiastic person who continues to pursue happiness and fulfillment in his life, focusing not only on his physical health, but also on those around him. This former "spicy king" interprets the true meaning of life in a more positive and healthy way.
The above content information source: The video of the Douyin account of the spicy king Li Yongzhi.
epilogue
Although Li Yongzhi's story is somewhat special and extreme, it has brought us profound inspiration and thinking. In the process of pursuing our passions and dreams, we need to pay attention to the health and balance of our bodies, and we cannot blindly pursue them and ignore the feelings of our bodies. Although the spicy king Li Yongzhi has faded out of the public eye, his story and spirit still leave a deep imprint on our hearts.
He used his actions to tell us: love is a kind of power, which allows us to surpass ourselves and challenge our limits; But at the same time, we also need to be rational and sober, and not let love become a stumbling block to our health.
The source of the above content information: CCTV on "Henan men eat five catties of chili peppers a day to build momentum and eat chili peppers to gargle after getting up".