A familiar herb originating in the American tropical regions. Cayenne is a powerful warming affect acting primairly on circulation and digestion.  
 
Research on the herb is proving its healing capacity act as a stimulant on the bodys tissues and functions.
 
Its main alkaloid, Capsaicin, is a killer of bacteria and pathogens. It is especially helpful for colds, flu, and related infections and congestions. 
 
Cayenne has a mild analgesic affect. The hot bite from the capsaicin causes the brain to respond by secreting its own pain killers and can relieve certain types of nerve pain. Standardly prescirbed for relief of neurlagic pain. Acts as a counter irritant. 
 
Cayenne acts as a blood thinner and a carrier for other herbs to potentiate and catalyze their affects. 
 
 Used by herbalists to treat gastroenteritis and dysentery. Aids waste removal and increasing the flow of nutrients to the tissues.
 
EXCELLENT throat gargle for sore throats. Warning: 40,000 Heat Units.
 
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KEY ACTIONS:
Stimulant
Tonic
Carminative
Relives muscle spasms
Antiseptic
Increases sweating
Increases blood flow to the skin
Analgesic
 
KEY CONSTITUENTS:
Capsaicin (0.1-1.5%)
Carotenoids
Flavonoids
Volatile Oil
Steroidal saponins