Let's get into some history. Capsaicin was first extracted in 1816 by Christian Fridrich. Further work by John Clough Thresh led to its naming in 1876, but it wasn´t until 1898 that Karl Micko isolated the compound in pure crystalline form. A century later, in 1997, David Julius discovered and cloned the cellular receptor for capsaicin, and brought a new level of understanding on how capsaicin works. We´ll get more into this science in the second part of this blog.
Paprika oleoresin is generally considered safe for consumption when used in food and food-related products. It is a natural extract derived from paprika, and its safety profile is similar to that of the spice itself. However, as with any food ingredient, there are certain considerations to keep in mind regarding its safe use.