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| Common Names : Capsicum ,African Pepper, Chillies, Bird Pepper |
| Sexual Tonic Actions: increases blood flow, heart stimulant, |
| Common Uses:pain relief, diet |
| Parts Used: Fruit, ripe and dried |
| Constituents:Capsaicin, oleic, palmitic and stearic acids |
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Internally capsicum, the active ingredient in cayenne peppers,reduces cholesterol and triglycerides, and helps keep the blood flowing smoothly through veins and arteries. Antioxidant properties in peppers enhance their cardiovascular benefits. Cayenne is also rich in salicylates, natural aspirin like compounds, that also acts as a blood thinner. Cayenne pepper warms the body by quickly dilating small capillaries and increasing circulation to the skin. Cayenne herb's most prominent attribute is to increase circulation, and is often added to activate and complement other herbs.
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Preparation Methods :Capsules, oil infusion, salves, tinctures and creams.
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| Don't touch your eyes with your hands after you have handled capsaicin cream, or cayenne powder.(wash with milk or vinegar) |
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