I have read a number of articles on the benefits of peppers and all cite the positive. After suffering some chronic inflammation of the gut both my surgeon and doctor did not rule out the possibility of a realationship between the condition and very hot peppers. They did dismiss the idea that hot peppers promote stomach health. So although this is not definitive and each case is unique, I try to be as careful as possible when eating fresh chilies, because on occasion they do cause discomfort in the gut.I have no problems when eating them cooked.
All I would suggest is that anyone who might have issues with their stomach lining or reflux should be careful when eating the superhots.
As for beer, I am convinced that it is one of the superfoods and couldn't imagine life without it.
Doctors be dammned.
I am staring to develop a liking for the c. pubescens. My other favorite for fresh eating is Purira, great flavour and nice managable heat level.
Alex