Supplement Resource
- Supplement Name:
- Cayenne
- Category:
- Herbs
- Parts Used:
- Berries
- Origin:
- Originally native to South America, now globally grown.
- Active Constituents:
- Capsaicin
- Historical/Traditional/Modern Uses:
- High blood pressure, improves circulation, assists digestion, bleeding ulcers. Aids the heart, kidneys, lungs, pancreas, spleen, and stomach. Recommended for arthritis and rheumatism. Said to help prevent colds, sinus infecitons, and sore throats. Applied topically for pain and mixed with lobellia for calming nerves.
- Side Effects/Precautions:
- May burn or sting during topical application, especially to sensitive areas. Excessive internal consumption may cause ulcers, this is a rare occurance with normal usage.
- HerbalFitness.com Products containing Cayenne:
- Healing Herbs Cayenne Capsules
- HerbalFitness.com Herbal Snuff for Sinus
- HerbalFitness.com Heart Formula
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