Herbs
Cayenne (Capsicum Frutescens)
| A.K.A.: |
Red Pepper, Bird Pepper, African Bird Pepper |
| Part Used: |
Fruit |
| Properties: |
Alterative, Antispasmodic, Astringent, Blood Purifier, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Rubefacient, Sialoguge, Stimulant, Vulnerary |
| Primary Nutrients: |
Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Rutin, Selenium, Sodium, Sulphur, Vitamins A, B-complex, C, G, and Zinc |
| Primary Uses: |
Arthritis, Bleeding, Blood Pressure/high/low, Bronchitis, Circulation/poor, Colds, Congestion, Diabetes, Fatigue, Gastric Disorders, Heart Problems, Kidney Problems, Lung Disorders, Phlebitis, Rheumatism, Shock, Tumors, Throat/sore, Veins/varicose, Ulcers |
| Secondary Uses: |
Arteriosclerosis, Asthma, Blood Impurities, Bruises, Burns, Fevers, Gas, Infections, Jaundice, Lock Jaw, Malaria/ague, Mucus/excessive, Pain, Pancreatic Problems, Pus Discharge, Sinus Problems, Skin Disorders, Spasms, Sunburns, Wounds |
Cayenne is used to prevent and rid the body of the effects of serious infectious disease. It helps to improve the functions of the circulatory system and regulate the flow of blood to the heart. Capsicum has also been used to help normalize blood pressure, whether high or low, and increase circulation preventing cold hands and feet.
It has the ability to slow fat absorption in the small intestines and increase the metabolic rate and thermogenesis; helping to promote the burning of fat in the body.
- Promotes perspiration.
- Influences the flow of digestive secretion from salivary and intestinal glands.
- Is excellent for warding off diseases and equalizing blood circulation, which helps to prevent strokes and heart attacks.
- If taken internally, will work to heal an ulcerated stomach.
- Used as a poultice for any inflammation.
- Improves the ratio of HDL cholesterol to LDL cholesterol.
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