The healing power of cayenne pepper

1. Cayenne pepper is dried red pepper ground into a fine powder. It is an herb that comes from a member of the nightshade family, so it is not healthy for everyone. People who suffer from gut permeability or increased gut permeability should avoid nightshade vegetables. Cayenne pepper is great for an omelet or rice dish. It may fit through a vegetable paste. You can find cayenne pepper in various tea mixes. It is an herb that can be varied considerably. Cayenne pepper has many health benefits.

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1. Trivia: Indonesia and red pepper Do not take cayenne pepper in supplement form Naming cayenne pepper Cayenne pepper against cold toes CAY-1 Capsaicin Scientifically proven effects of cayenne pepper Peptic ulcer is not a side effect Cayenne pepper, good for the sugar level Good for cardiovascular disease Cayenne pepper, good for the eyes Indigestion Cayenne pepper as a pain reliever

Trivia: Indonesia and red pepper

1. In Indonesia, red pepper, the plant from which cayenne pepper is made, is used as the basis for sambal. Many Indonesians think that red pepper comes from Indonesia, but that is not true. Red pepper originally comes from South America and it was the Dutch who introduced the red pepper plant to Indonesia. The current third world country Indonesia used to be a very rich Dutch trading area.

Do not take cayenne pepper in supplement form

1. First of all, it is important to note that cayenne pepper is also sold as a health or weight loss supplement. In supplement form it is suddenly very expensive; the price of one pill can far exceed that of a jar of cayenne pepper. If we are objective, we must unfortunately conclude that this high price is not related to the extra healing power of a supplement. The danger of cayenne pepper as a supplement is mainly due to the increased risk of a heart attack. In addition, there are all kinds of drug interactions that not every supplement buyer is aware of.

Name cayenne pepper

1. The Latin name from chili pepper science is Capsicum frutescens. In the Netherlands we call it cayenne or chili pepper. Cayenne is the capital of French Guiana, Suriname's neighbor. There used to be a lot of Cayenne grown there, which is why cayenne pepper is so named. In English it is also called cayenne pepper but it is also called guinea spice, cow-horn pepper, aleva or bird pepper. In Germany it is called cayennepfeffer. This plant was probably named pepper because its flavor resembles the pungency of black pepper, a spice originally from the Moluccas, an area colonized by Indonesia since 1950.

Cayenne pepper against cold toes

1. An important medicinal use of cayenne pepper is external. By rubbing cayenne pepper on the skin, local circulation is improved. This is reflected in getting a red skin. You can also prevent cold feet with it. In winter, you can rub cayenne pepper on your feet and toes before skating the Eleven Cities Tour. This way, avoid cold toes.

CAY-1

1. CAY-1 is a substance in red pepper that was first discovered in 2003 by an American research team. This substance appears to fight fungi such as candida. It disrupts the membrane of a fungus so that the fungus can no longer live. Cayenne pepper contains a relatively large amount of vitamins A, B2, B6, E and the minerals potassium and manganese.

Capsaicin

1. Capsaicin is the best-known substance in cayenne pepper. This substance is responsible for most of the medicinal properties. It makes the blood vessels flow better. Furthermore, the body temperature is increased. That means the body has to work harder; after all, it wants to keep the body temperature as constant as possible. This burns more calories and that is why cayenne pepper could lead to weight reduction. Some animal studies have also shown that the entire metabolism is accelerated, which also leads to weight reduction. However, it is doubtful whether this weight reduction applies to humans as laboratory animals such as rats have a different fat metabolism. Cayenne pepper is also an aphrodisiac and can counteract high blood pressure. These actions are also caused by capsaicin.

Scientifically proven effects of cayenne pepper

1. Another effect that scientists suspect is effective with cayenne pepper is that it transports more oxygen to tissues. It is said that cayenne increases the overall energy level in the body. More nutrients are also transported by cayenne pepper. This benefits all organs and tissues in the body. These effects are related to increased blood circulation. It can counteract oxidation in adipose tissue and it is good for the liver; it helps the liver function better.

Peptic ulcer is not a side effect

1. The medicinal effects of cayenne pepper also apply to red pepper. To a lesser extent it also applies to sambal. But sambal can contain substances that undermine its medicinal effect, such as salt, glucose-fructose syrup and sugar. It used to be thought that red pepper or cayenne pepper had the side effect that you could get an ulcer from it, but that has been argued against. Most medications can cause an ulcer very quickly and in fact, this has never been proven for cayenne pepper. In fact, according to the American Cancer Society, cayenne pepper prevents ulcers.

Cayenne pepper, good for the sugar level

1. Cayenne pepper has a beneficial effect on blood sugar levels; it prevents peaks and dips in the blood sugar level. Therefore, this is a good remedy for people who suffer from diabetes or diabetes mellitus. In a Thai study showing this blood sugar leveling effect, five grams of fresh red pepper were used. You should use much less of cayenne pepper because it is a dry substance. Since sugar is better digested, this is one more reason why cayenne pepper is said to aid in weight loss.

Good for cardiovascular disease

1. The blood vessels dilate when you eat cayenne pepper. This is important news for people at risk of cardiovascular disease. Due to vasodilation, plaque can form less quickly, an oxidised cholesterol attack that narrows the vessels and which can lead to a heart attack or even a cerebral infarction. The risk of high blood pressure is also reduced. After all, narrowed blood vessels are associated with high blood pressure.

Cayenne pepper, good for the eyes

1. Half a teaspoon of cayenne pepper contains no less than a quarter of the Recommended Daily Allowance of vitamin A. Cayenne pepper can make a meal a lot healthier. Vitamin A is an antioxidant that is very good for the immune system. In this way it is a broad disease fighter and preventer. Vitamin A is extra good for the eyes.

Indigestion

1. Cayenne pepper improves the stomach lining and has a positive effect on intestinal peristalsis. That is why it can be used for digestive problems such as indigestion. If you have eaten too much but you have eaten nice and spicy, you will have less problems with slow and difficult digestion or food that is heavy on the stomach.

Cayenne pepper as a pain reliever

1. Cayenne pepper is a natural pain reliever. Cayenne pepper is made from the strongest red pepper plants. It is such a strong agent that it can be compared with synthetic painkillers such as paracetamol and nurofen. It even prevents menstrual cramps and stomach pain. This is mainly because it contains the neuropeptide substance P. This substance counteracts inflammation and pain. Capsaicin also works against pain. It is also good for arthritis pain, as shown in an American study from 1991. Fibromyalgia, a painful rheumatic type of soft tissue such as muscles, can also be treated with cayenne pepper. In all these cases, it is wise to train yourself to eat spicy food so that the pain is reduced.