31/08/2013
The Health Benefits of Cayenne
Pepper
1. Anti-Irritant Properties
Cayenne has the ability to ease upset
stomach, ulcers, sore throats,
spasmodic and irritating coughs, and
diarrhea.
2. Anti-Cold and Flu Agent
Cayenne pepper aids in breaking up
and moving congested mucus. Once
mucus begins to leave the body, relief
from flu symptoms generally follows.
3. Anti-Fungal Properties
The results of one study indicated that
cayenne pepper could effectively
prevent the formation of the fungal
pathogens phomopsis and
collectotrichum [1 ].
4. Migraine Headache Prevention
This may be related to the pepper’s
ability to stimulate a pain response in
a different area of the body, thus
reverting the brain’s attention to the
new site. Following this initial pain
reaction, the nerve fibers have a
depleted substance P (the nerve’s
pain chemical), and the perception of
pain is lessened.
5. Anti-Allergen
Cayenne is an anti- agent and may
even help relieve allergies .
6. Digestive Aid
Cayenne is a well-known digestive aid.
It stimulates the digestive tract,
increasing the flow of enzyme
production and gastric juices. This aids
the body’s ability to metabolize food
(and toxins). Cayenne pepper is also
helpful for relieving intestinal gas . It
stimulates intestinal peristaltic motion,
aiding in both assimilation and
elimination.
7. Anti-Redness Properties
Cayenne’s properties makes it a great
herb for many chronic and
degenerative conditions.
8. Helps Produce Saliva
Cayenne stimulates the production of
saliva, an important key to excellent
digestion and maintaining optimal
oral health.
9. Useful for Blood Clots
Cayenne pepper also helps reduce
atherosclerosis, encourages
fibrinolytic activity and prevents
factors that lead to the formation of
blood clots, all of which can help
reduce the chances of a heart attack
or stroke.
10. Detox Support
Cayenne is a known circulatory
stimulant. It also increases the pulse
of our lymphatic and digestive
rhythms. By heating the body, the
natural process of detoxification is
streamlined. Cayenne also causes us
to sweat, another important process
of detoxification. Combined with
lemon juice and honey, cayenne tea is
an excellent morning beverage for
total body detox.
11. Joint-Pain Reliever
Extremely high in a substance called
capsaicin, cayenne pepper acts to
cause temporary pain on the skin,
which sends chemical messengers
from the skin into the joint, offering
relief for joint pain.
12. Anti-Bacterial Properties
Cayenne is an excellent preservative
and has been used traditionally to
prevent food contamination from
bacteria.
13. Possible Anti-Cancer Agent
Studies done at the Loma Linda
University in California found that
cayenne pepper may help prevent
lung cancer in smokers [2 ]. This may
be again related to cayenne’s high
quantity of capsaicin, a substance that
might help stop the formation of
tobacco-induced lung tumors. Other
studies have also shown a similar
reaction in cayenne’s resistance to
liver tumors.
14. Supports Weight Loss
Scientists at the Laval University in
Quebec found that participants who
took cayenne pepper for breakfast
were found to have less appetite,
leading to less caloric intake
throughout the day. Cayenne is also a
great metabolic-booster, aiding the
body in burning excess amounts of
fats.
15. Promotes Heart-Health
Cayenne helps to keep blood
pressure levels normalized. It also
balances the body of LDL cholesterol
and triglycerides.
16. Remedy for Toothache
Cayenne is an excellent agent against
tooth and gum diseases.
17. Topical Remedy
As a poultice, cayenne has been used
to treat snake bites, rheumatism,
inflammation, sores, wounds and
lumbago.
-Dr. Edward F. Group III, DC, ND,
DACBN, DABFM
References:
1. P.C. Agarwal, Usha Dev,
Baleshwar Singh, Indra Rani,
Dinesh Chand, R.K. Khetarpal.
Seed-borne fungi identified
from exotic pepper (Capsicum
spp.) germplasm samples
introduced during 1976–2005 PGR Newsletter – Bioversity.
issue. 149, pp.39-42.
2. Urashima M, Segawa T, Okazaki
M, Kurihara M, Wada Y, Ida H.
Randomized trial of vitamin D
supplementation to prevent
seasonal influenza A in
schoolchildren Am J Clin Nutr. 2010 May;91(5)
:1255-60. doi: 10.3945/
ajcn.2009.29094. Epub 2010 Mar
10.
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