CayenneCayenne (Capsicum annuum and Capsicum frutescens) is a popular spice. However, it’s often overlooked as an amazing herbal medicine with many health benefits. Capsaicin is the chemical compound within Cayenne that thought to be responsible for many of it's benefits. Cayenne pepper has so many benefits and potential benefits that it is difficult to know where to begin our discussion. Let’s start with the most well-documented ones.
Cayenne’s benefits
capsicum frutescens
Capsicum frutescens
“An Evidence-Based Systematic Review by the Natural Standard Research Collaboration” concluded that there is good evidence to support the use of Cayenne when applied to the skin for:
Lower back pain
Recovery after surgery (relieving pain, nausea, and …show more content…
Cayenne pepper is also featured in many credible magazines as one of the best foods for weight management by boosting the body's natural metabolism. For example, it was named as one of the ten best food for weight loss on Better Nutrition magazine. However, there is not enough evidence to support the use of cayenne for these conditions, yet.
Two quality studies in 1986 and 1993 have demonstrated that topically applied capsaicin can effectively treat pruritic psoriasis (a skin condition caused by autoimmune disorder). These research studies suggest that capsaicin extracted from the cayenne pepper can perhaps someday substitute conventional medicines dues to its lesser cost and side effects.
Capsicum annuum
Capsicum annuum
Another two clinical trials have shown that applying capsaicin cream inside the nose is beneficial in cluster headache. Even though this treatment can initially be quite irritating and cause burning, the discomfort is rapidly replaced by relief of the headache, which can be well worth the initial irritation. These results indicate that capsaicin may provide a new treatment option for the …show more content…
However, the lack of scientific evidence prevents healthcare providers from clearly identifying its true value. These findings suggest that cayenne merits further research as a home remedy and an alternative medicine for everyone.
Preparation (as suggested by Dr.Agatha Thrash, M.D. to help relieve headache)
25 teaspoon of good-quality cayenne powder in hot water
Let the powder settle at the bottom of the cup
Dip a cotton swab in the extract and apply to nasal mucosa (nose) on the same side as the headache (or both sides)
Repeat every 30 minutes if necessary
There should be initial burning for approximately 10 minutes, but then the headache should go away.
Safetycayenne3
Even though Cayenne is generally safe for most healthy people at common food levels, it has many side effects that need to be taken into consideration before usage. It is recommended that individual should consult with his/her doctor or healthcare provider before using cayenne related
Cayenne’s benefits
capsicum frutescens
Capsicum frutescens
“An Evidence-Based Systematic Review by the Natural Standard Research Collaboration” concluded that there is good evidence to support the use of Cayenne when applied to the skin for:
Lower back pain
Recovery after surgery (relieving pain, nausea, and …show more content…
Cayenne pepper is also featured in many credible magazines as one of the best foods for weight management by boosting the body's natural metabolism. For example, it was named as one of the ten best food for weight loss on Better Nutrition magazine. However, there is not enough evidence to support the use of cayenne for these conditions, yet.
Two quality studies in 1986 and 1993 have demonstrated that topically applied capsaicin can effectively treat pruritic psoriasis (a skin condition caused by autoimmune disorder). These research studies suggest that capsaicin extracted from the cayenne pepper can perhaps someday substitute conventional medicines dues to its lesser cost and side effects.
Capsicum annuum
Capsicum annuum
Another two clinical trials have shown that applying capsaicin cream inside the nose is beneficial in cluster headache. Even though this treatment can initially be quite irritating and cause burning, the discomfort is rapidly replaced by relief of the headache, which can be well worth the initial irritation. These results indicate that capsaicin may provide a new treatment option for the …show more content…
However, the lack of scientific evidence prevents healthcare providers from clearly identifying its true value. These findings suggest that cayenne merits further research as a home remedy and an alternative medicine for everyone.
Preparation (as suggested by Dr.Agatha Thrash, M.D. to help relieve headache)
25 teaspoon of good-quality cayenne powder in hot water
Let the powder settle at the bottom of the cup
Dip a cotton swab in the extract and apply to nasal mucosa (nose) on the same side as the headache (or both sides)
Repeat every 30 minutes if necessary
There should be initial burning for approximately 10 minutes, but then the headache should go away.
Safetycayenne3
Even though Cayenne is generally safe for most healthy people at common food levels, it has many side effects that need to be taken into consideration before usage. It is recommended that individual should consult with his/her doctor or healthcare provider before using cayenne related