Cayenne - Heart & Cardiovascular Support

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Cayenne - Heart & Cardiovascular Support

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The pharmacology of cayenne pepper centres on its capsaicin content.

The carotene molecules of cayenne pepper and paprika exert powerful

antioxidant effects.

 

Cardiovascular effects-

 

Cayenne pepper exerts a number of beneficial effects on the

cardiovascular system.

 

In addition to possessing excellent antioxidant compounds, studies

have shown that cayenne pepper reduces the likelihood of developing

atherosclerosis by reducing blood cholesterol and triglyceride

levels

In addition, it reduces platelet aggregation and increases

 

" fibrinolytic " activity.

 

Cultures consuming large amounts of cayenne pepper have a much lower

rate of heart and cardiovascular disease.

 

Hot peppers are similar to other vegetables in this regard and lose

many of their fiery properties when heated,

however, don't stop making that four-alarm chili.

Red-hot Mexican dishes and fiery Szechuan Chinese foods have

wonderful

antioxidants and anti-cancer agents! If sprinkling the powder on

your foods, however, avoid inhaling it and keep the powder away from

your eyes as it can seriously irritate the mucous membranes.

 

The common names include Hot pepper, cayenne, chili pepper, African

pepper, Tabasco pepper, Louisiana long or short pepper, guinea

pepper, bird pepper, capsicum, green and red bell pepper, paprika

and pimento.

 

Common use: Effective against diarrhea,shingles, diabetic foot pain

and neuropathy,

arthritis, cluster headaches and heart problems and is a superior

aid to digestion sprinkled on food, eaten raw or cooked; or taken as

a tea.

 

Dr. John R. Christopher, one of the 20th centuries most famous

herbalists said...

" this spice can be used on a daily basis and as a circulatory

stimulant that feeds and nourishes the heart muscle! "

 

Often you will see herbal formulas containing hawthorn berry and

cayenne that are beneficial for the arteries and heart.

 

In a formula such as this, the cayenne acts as a stimulant for the

Hawthorne Berry,directing it, and, sometimes,giving it ADDED power

as it

COURSES towards the heart!

 

 

Dr. John Heinerman says... " there seems to be a biochemical synergism

of some kind between the fiery properties of *capsaicin* in the red

pepper and the antibacterial ascorbic acid in citrus fruits.

I recommend 3 capsules of cayenne pepper with a glass of freshly

squeezed orange juice in the morning. "

 

Apparently this combination is helpful for clearing away existing

*artery deposits*.

 

Defining the perfect dose!

Feel free to sprinkle cayenne pepper over your foods or take it as a

supplement. To take it as a supplement, place a pinch (approx. 1/8

of a tsp.) into several ounces of warm water.

 

Drink this upon arising or with your morning meal. Not

only will you be doing your heart a favor, but you will also feel a

surge of circulation and warmth throughout your body. And where

there is circulation, there will be HEALING!

 

Note:

Be sure to obtain organic varieties for all Spices

currently undergo irradiation!

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Cayenne pepper in the field of western herbalism is considered a

cure-all! It acts as a diaphoretic, antiseptic, tonic, rubefacient,

carmative, anti-asthmatic, pain reliever, sialagugue, and is a

powerful immune stimulant!

Cayenne is widely used as a catalyst or potentiator in herbal

formulas.

 

It has antibacterial and antifungal effects and stimulates kidney

enzyme activity.

 

Cayenne can lower cholesterol levels, thin the blood, normalize

blood pressure, and fight fatigue! It facilitates the whole

digestive process

as uncooked Cayenne is not irritating to the digestive system.

 

It may surprise you to learn that Cayenne is used as a herb in its

dry powdered form. Only when it is cooked, is it a major irritant to

the digestive tract.

 

The adverse effects of prescription drugs and their rally recalls

the wwords of Sir Francis Bacon, " Cure the disease, kill the

patient. "

 

Cayenne, used internally or externally is renowned for it's

ability to aid circulation.

 

One study found that half of all heart patients were nutritionally

deficient. It is important to remember that the herb Cayenne is a

food is that is is capable of nourishing our heart.

 

In the book " Capsicum " written by Dr. John Christopher,many

different

varieties of Cayenne pepper have been studied for their medicinal

benefits.

 

Of all the varieties studied, African Birdeye peppers were

found to retain heat in the body longer than any other variety,

therefore producing longer lasting health benefits.

 

The heat of the various varieties of peppers is measured in units

called Scoville units.

 

From the green bell pepper with a Scoville rating of -0-, the

peppers

are ranked up through the Habanero or

Scotch Bonnet peppers with heat ratings of several hundred thousand

Scoville units, or the hottest peppers known to man.

 

Cayenne appears to be a therapeutic herb for many ailments.

Researchers at West Virginia University and Loma Linda University

school of medicine found that Cayenne even protects against

cancer.

 

Capsaicin prevents the liver from turning certain compounds

such as aflatoxins,

found in peanut butter, into carcinogens.

 

In Great Britain and Japan, researchers found that Cayenne can cause

the

body to burn up to 25% more calories in a day than it normally

would.

 

A recent Japanese patent claims that Cayenne " alkaloids " are

effective for treatment of liver disease.

 

Key Uses of Cayenne Pepper

Oral:

Antioxidant Support

Atherosclerosis

Diabetic neuropathy

Cluster headaches

Arthritis

Psoriasis

pain disorders

asthma

 

" The Healing Power of Herbs "

Michael T. Murray. N.D.

 

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