- Soothes digestion
- Reduces discomfort caused by colds
- Stimulate appetite
- Reduces soreness
- Mild stimulant
According to a 1987 study, published in the Journal of Bioscience, lab rats that were fed a diet high in cayenne had a significant reduction in blood triglycerides and cholesterol.
Cayenne has been used successfully to treat patients with cluster headaches.
Used externally, cayenne can soothe the stiffness and Discomfort of arthritis and rheumatism.
Contraindications
- pregnancy150 due to its emmenagogue74,150 and abortifacient effects (empirical)74