If there was an herb Hall of Fame, cayenne pepper would have been inducted long ago. Many people think of cayenne pepper and think about that “hot stuff” that so and so puts in their sauce. Although it is wonderful in sauces and foods of all kinds, did you know that cayenne pepper is a master healer?
This article is for you if:
- You suffer with blood pressure irregularities
- Need to thin your blood
- Have heart conditions
- Suffer with ulcers
- Struggle with bloody noses
- Have circulation problems
Cayenne pepper has some unique properties that allow it to address so many health issues and concerns, every household should have it in their medicine cabinet. Here is an excerpt from a recent article by Dr. Edward Group that might be of interest to you:
“Many societies, especially those of the Americas and China, have a history of using cayenne pepper therapeutically. A powerful compound with many uses, cayenne pepper is currently gaining buzz for cleansing and detoxifying regimes such as the Master Cleanse, which uses the spice to stimulate circulation and neutralize acidity.”
Cayenne pepper has been used for a variety of ailments including heartburn, delirium, tremors, gout, paralysis, fever, dyspepsia, flatulence, sore throat, atonic dyspepsia, hemorrhoids, menorrhagia in women, nausea, tonsillitis, scarlet fever and diphtheria.
I have listed just a few of the wonders of cayenne below. But I will say this: cayenne pepper is good for every part of the body. It will nourish and heal liver, pancreas, heart, lungs, arteries and veins. Most people are surprised when I tell them to take cayenne pepper for their stomach ulcer. It neutralizes acid and brings blood to the areas that need healing really fast and effectively. Take a look at some of these ailments that cayenne addresses and then go buy some good quality organically grown cayenne pepper in capsules or in bulk. Or better yet, grow your own! Have a fresh supply on hand at all times. For those just beginning a cayenne pepper regimen begin taking 1 capsule 2-3 times a day and build up as needed.
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.
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 capsacin, 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, sores, wounds and lumbago.
One of the most important uses of (Cayenne is as a circulatory stimulant, an herb that feeds the necessary elements into the cell structure of the arteries, veins, and capillaries so that they, regain youthful elasticity and so that the blood pressure reduces itself to normal. When the venous structure becomes loaded with sticky mucus, the blood cannot circulate freely, so higher pressure is needed to force the blood through. Cayenne equalizes the blood pressure, influencing the heart immediately, and then extending its effects to the venous structure (SNH:407). It also works to cut the mucus in the venous system, and indeed in all the systems throughout the body.
Cayenne is a certain remedy for heart attack; as a stimulant, it can start the heart into action again, and as it facilitates blood flow throughout the body, it will keep the heart going. Used as a heart attack preventative, along with the mucusless diet and a healthful life-style, Cayenne can do wonders in toning and rebuilding the heart and keeping it in top condition. As we will discuss later, Cayenne is one of the richest and most stable sources of Vitamin E, which is known to be a heart builder.
Dr. John Christopher, School of Natural Healing
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