As surprising as it may be, Cayenne pepper is not a variety of pepper. But then what is this spice and why is it worth consuming?
Cayenne pepper is nothing more than the coarsely ground spicy chili pepper used as a spice, a constant ingredient in chili spice blends. The name pepper can be derived from a misinterpretation, as “pepper” in English also means pepper and paprika. According to another theory, it got its name because of its shape, as it looks like a red pepper when ground.
Place of origin Central America, wild and cultivated perennial plant. Bush can grow up to 2 meters in height, its leaves are similar to those of plain peppers. It is propagated from seeds, but can also be grown in pots. The fruit itself is the chili, the dried, ground form of cayenne pepper. It was known in Inca, Aztec, and Mayan cultures as a medicinal spice, and was later favored by medicine in India, China, and the Middle East — and is still used today.
Health effects of Cayenne pepper
Painkiller
As it is a spicy spice, its main active ingredient is capsaicin. Capsaicin is one of the most effective painkillers and is also used in creams and patches. The active ingredient prevents the pain-sensing receptors in our brain from activating, so it works effectively even in the event of sudden pain. For example, if a person suffers from arthritis or back pain, capsaicin-containing creams will repair it right away. In addition to capsaicin, it contains vitamins A, C, E and B6, as well as potassium, manganese, copper, iron, and antioxidant flavonoids.
Anti-inflammatory, fungicidal
Due to its strong antioxidant content, it is a very effective anti-inflammatory, in case of weakness and illness, it helps to regain the body’s energy and internal strength, strengthens the immune system, and is especially good for headaches. It calms the nerves, improves brain function and also prevents dementia in old age. Increases sweating, thereby detoxifying the body. It is effective in the case of rhinitis and upper respiratory diseases, it also removes inflammation from the throat and tonsils due to its good secretion-relieving and fungicidal effect, when gargled with water.
Prevents the formation of blood clots
Most people consume it because it stimulates blood flow. It dilates blood vessels, thus preventing the formation of blood clots, reducing the risk of stroke and heart attack, and its regular consumption normalizes heart function. In the case of atherosclerosis, its consumption is definitely recommended, it not only prevents the process of plaque formation but can also reverse it. It restores the elasticity of the arteries and veins by supplying the cell structure with the necessary components. It also keeps your blood pressure at an ideal level, but it also has a good effect on cholesterol.
Helps to lose weight, antispasmodic
It is worth consuming capsaicin-containing foods during dieting, as they reduce hunger and increase metabolism, so in addition to eating less, we burn even more energy. Such foods protect the gastric mucosa, have a good effect on gastric ulcers, stimulate intestinal motility, help absorb nutrients. They can also be of great help in case of vomiting, diarrhea and bloating, they kill the fungi and bacteria in the stomach and intestines. They are also effective for menstrual cramps.
How to use it Cayenne pepper?
Cayenne pepper retains its beneficial effects when added to foods, but is even more effective when mixed with hot water. We can add honey and lemon to the water, but we can also add the ground pepper to the orange juice, a super immune-boosting and fat-burning drink. However, be careful not to overdo it, half a teaspoon a day is the recommended amount.
Cayenne pepper in the household
Cayenne pepper is not only good for our body, but we can also benefit from it in the household. Animals don’t like the smell or the taste, so we can easily keep unwanted guests away. Cats don’t like this spicy spice either, so it’s a good idea to rub in any lanyards or cables you don’t want your kitten to take apart. It’s true that a chili cable isn’t necessarily the best thing to do, but it’s still more like landing poison expensive equipment in the trash. Cayenne pepper is also effective against garden rodents if we spray it and then spray it on our plants, there will be no more larvae in the garden.
When to buy Cayenne pepper?
Anytime
How to storeCayenne pepper?
Airtight in a dark place at room temperature.
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Last updated: September 24, 2023
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