The Art of Healing

17 Health Benefits of Cayenne Pepper

Many societies, especially those of the Americas and China, have a history of using cayenne pepper therapeutically. A powerful compound with many uses, cayenne pepper is perfect for cleansing and detoxifying regimes as it stimulates circulation and neutralises acidity. Historically, cayenne pepper has been used for a variety of ailments including heartburn, delirium, tremors, gout, paralysis, fever, dyspepsia, atonic dyspepsia, flatulence, sore throat, haemorrhoids, menorrhagia in women, nausea, tonsillitis, scarlet fever, and diphtheria.

THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF CAYENNE PEPPER

1. Anti-Irritant Properties

Cayenne has the ability

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