What Are The Benefits Of Cayenne?

Cayenne pepper is a hot chili pepper, frequently used in the preparation of
spicy dishes that has been associated with a wide range of health benefits.

Cayenne pepper is normally added to food in either its natural or powdered
form and is also available as a cream or capsule to be applied topically -
to treat arthritis and muscle pain.

What gives the chili its spiciness is the active ingredient capsaicin,
which is commonly used for the treatment of aches and pains of the
muscles and joints.

The potential health benefits of cayenne include:
Relieving pain
Treating psoriasis
Topical application of capsaicin may help treat cluster headaches.

Precautions and side effects of cayenne
People are advised to wash their hands straight after using cayenne
In addition, people who are on ACE inhibitors or stomach acid reducers
should avoid taking cayenne.

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Written by Joseph Nordqvist

Reviewed by: Megan Ware, RDN, LD, registered dietitian and nutritionist

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