Monday, July 28, 2008

Cayenne - High Source of Vitamins a and C, & Complete B Complexes

Cayenne - High Source of Vitamins a and C, & Complete B Complexes

High Source Of Vitamins A and C, & Complete B Complexes

Cayenne (Capsicum frutescens) and also known as hot pepper. Cayenne is a
medicinal and nutritional herb. Cayenne is now grown largely in India, East
Africa, Mexico and the United States. Cayenne is the most useful and valuable
herb in the herb kingdom, not only for the entire digestive system, but also for
the heart and circulatory system. Cayenne acts as a catalyst and increases the
effectiveness of other herbs when used with them. Cayenne Pepper is a very high
source of Vitamins A and C, has the complete B complexes, and is very rich in
organic calcium and potassium, which is one of the reasons it is good for the
heart.

Cayenne Pepper is the greatest herbal aid to circulation and can be used on a
regular basis. The main medicinal properties of cayenne are derived from a
chemical called capsaicin. Capsaicin is the ingredient which gives peppers their
HEAT. A pepper''s capsaicin content ranges from 0-1.5%. Peppers are deliberate
according to heat units. The scale of heat determines the peppers'' treatment
and value. In addition to adding heat to the pepper, capsaicin acts to reduce
platelet stickiness and relieve pain.

Cayenne is used worldwide to treat a variety of health conditions. Cayenne is a
blood-red warming herb that has an invigorating effect on several body systems.
Cayenne has the ability to clear the blood of matter and gasses that cause
digestive problems and to help people who suffer from cold hands or feet.
Cayenne alleviates inflammation and can break up the deposits that contribute to
the pain of arthritis. Cayenne clears sinus congestion, conjunctivitis, and
spongy, bleeding gums. Because it also has astringent qualities, it can stop
bleeding and prevent swelling. A source of Vitamin C, it rejuvenates the entire
body when energy is depleted and is such a powerful stimulant that just a few
sips of cayenne water or a few grains of cayenne on the lips may help prevent
shock or depression in times of physical or emotional trauma.

Cayenne Advantages:

* Pain from diabetes (diabetic neuropathy)

* Post-surgical pain

* Reducing discomfort of minor digestion (oral use)

* Muscle pain due to fibromyalgia

* Nerve pain after shingles (postherpetic neuralgia)

* Osteoarthritis pain

* Rheumatoid arthritis pain



Cayenne Precautions:

* Do not use Cayenne cream medicinally for children under two years old

* Cayenne is spicy and can therefore cause irritation of the skin, eyes, and
stomach

* Do not apply cayenne cream to broken or irritated skin, or mucous membranes.

* Cayenne is considered safe for use during pregnancy, check with your healthcare
provider if you intend to use them medicinally during pregnancy or
breastfeeding.

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