Cayenne pepper

Cayenne pepper also known as chili or red hot pepper is a fruit of a tropical plant. Capsaicin is the active ingredient extracted from cayenne pepper used extensively as a painkiller. Other active constituents include carotenoids, vitamin A and C and volatile oils. 

Effective for: 

• Antioxidant support 
• Atherosclerosis 
• Pain relief 
• Diabetic neuropathy 
• Cluster headaches 
• Arthritis 
• Psoriasis 

Supplements: 

Cayenne’s strength is measured in “heat index” and not milligrams, the higher the heat index the more of the active ingredient it contains. 

Recommended Dose: 

• Cayenne pepper can be used liberally in the diet. 
• Creams containing 0.025 or 0.075 percent capsaicin for topical application 

Side effects and precautions: 

Cayenne pepper is generally recognized as safe.