Description
Cayenne (Capsicum annuum)
Culinary: Used in a variety of eastern and southern dishes. From curry, to mexican, to middle eastern, to asian. Used to create spice and heat in a dish.
Medicinal: One of the best herbs to use for circulation! Put a bit of cayenne into some olive oil and apple cider vinegar for your daily dose of cardiovascular support. Great for relieving pain.
Crafted with high-quality herbs, sourced from certified organic suppliers.
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Contraindications:
Solanaceae allergy
Topical application to broken skin (Note however, that it has been used to stop bleeding, as it opens peripheral circulation drawing blood away from the wound (Wood, 2004))
Should not be used in cases of gastric hyperacidity, peptic ulceration, or on inflamed mucous membranes.
Cautions:
Caution with hypertension.
The hands should be washed after handling. Prolonged application to the skin can cause dermatitis and blistering, while excessive consumption can lead to gastroenteritis and liver and kidney damage. Only small doses should be used to avoid irritating the stomach or burning the skin. The seeds can be toxic. Therapeutic doses should be avoided during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.
