CAYENNE

Uses?

Internally:

– Colds and congestion

– Antioxidant action

– Aid digestion

Externally:

– Rheumatoid arthritis

– Diabetic Neuropathy

– Wound healing

– Osteoarthritis

– Shingles

Who?

Almost everyone

Who can’t?

People on any type of medication. Check with doctor

Pregnant or breast feeding

How long?

There is insufficient reliable evidence available to determine time

Side effect?

Excessive internal use may irritate the intestinal tract

Creams can cause a burning sensation. Try a patch test on a small area of skin first.

Available forms?

Ground spice, tea, capsules, tables and tinctures

Dose?

Follow health professional advice or directions on the package

Part used?

Fruit

Comes from?

Native to the tropical Americas and naturalised worldwide

Other names?

Tabasco pepper

Hot pepper

Capsicum