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Cayenne Pepper
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Cayenne pepper is the pungent ingredient in
hot chili peppers, and is well known for its benefits to the circulatory
system. It aids the body to balance pressure levels and resist abnormal
bleeding. Cayenne also nourishes the digestive system. Many have found
that this plant assists in the body's utilization of other herbs, when
used in an herbal combination. Out of the various uses for cayenne pepper,
the topical use to treat pain has been studied most extensively. When
applied to the skin, cayenne pepper is absorbed and is thought to block
pain fibers by preventing the transmission of pain signals to the brain.
This effect does not occur immediately, and requires topical application
four or five times daily for a The Cayenne pepper has been used safely
as a spice and is known to stimulate and irritate the gastrointestinal
system.
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Scientific
Name
Capsicum
sp.
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Also Known As
Cayenne, chili
pepper, capsaicin, African chilies, green bell pepper, red pepper, tabasco
pepper
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Uses
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To improve circulation in the extremities
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To relieve colic and stomach/intestinal
gas
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To relieve pain of neuropathy associated
with diseases such as diabetes and herpes zoster (shingles)
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To treat diarrhea
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To treat headaches
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To lower high cholesterol
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To prevent and treat motion sickness
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To relieve muscle pain and muscle spasms
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To treat osteoarthritis and rheumatoid
arthritis
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To treat toothaches
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To treat psoriasis
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Warnings
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Cayenne pepper
can be extremely irritating to the mucous membranes and to the eyes. Avoid
contact with eyes and irritated or broken skin. Use gloves when applying
topically except when treating the hands.
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This
product is regulated by the F.D.A. as a dietary supplement. Unlike approved
drugs, supplements are not required to be manufactured under specific standardized
conditions.
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Side Effects
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Gastrointestinal
irritation
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Sweating and
flushing
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Irritation
of the eyes and nose
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When taken
orally in large doses, capsicum can cause irritation of the gastrointestinal
tract, kidney damage, and liver damage.
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When
applied topically, burning, redness, swelling, and itching can occur. These
side effects subside in many cases.
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Special
Point
Cayenne pepper, when used topically
to treat pain, usually takes about four weeks of four to five applications
a day to start working.
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