All posts tagged with capsaicin
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-(Natural News) Capsaicin is an active compound found in different types of hot peppers. It is responsible for their spiciness, as well as for the health benefits associated with them. One of the most notable things capsaicin is known for is its ability to relieve pain. Several studies have shown that capsaicin can decrease the […]
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-(Natural News) Arthritis refers to a group of degenerative conditions that target the joints and the tissues that surround the joints. Common types of arthritis include osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and gout. Although each type is influenced by unique factors, arthritis is generally characterized by pain, stiffness and inflammation in the hands, hips and knees. Medicinal herbs, […]
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-(Natural News) Adding cayenne pepper to any savory dish gives it an amazing kick. But did you know that cayenne pepper isn’t just a spicy ingredient? This superfood also offers several benefits, such as improving blood circulation and boosting your heart health. Cayenne pepper’s health benefits Cayenne pepper contains essential vitamins and minerals such as: […]
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-(Natural News) Oleoresin capsicum (OC) is an oily liquid extracted from hot peppers. When this substance makes contact with bare skin, it can cause a severe burning sensation that can incapacitate an attacker without resulting in any permanent tissue damage. Because of this, OC is used as an active ingredient in pepper spray, making it an excellent […]
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-(Natural News) When it comes to weight loss, everyone is looking for a quick fix. One thing people tend to focus on when dealing with weight loss is metabolism, which refers to the chemical reactions in the body that keep it functioning. In other words, it also applies to the rate at which your body burns […]
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-(Natural News) Chili peppers are often used to give dishes a spicy kick – but they are more than that. Researchers from the Marshall University in West Virginia discovered that the natural compound that gives chili peppers their “heat” called capsaicin could be used against lung cancer. Lung cancer is a type of cancer that typically spreads to […]
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-(Natural News) Did you know that chili peppers could potentially offer a natural solution to cancer? Researchers from the Marshall University – Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine found that capsaicin, the pungent compound in chili peppers, can stop lung cancer metastasis dead on its tracks. The search for lung cancer treatment is important as this type […]
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-(Natural News) Inflammation is at the core of many diseases. It occurs when tissues are damaged through trauma or harmful substances like pathogens or bacteria. Inflammation often causes redness, swelling, and pain, as well as heat. While inflammation is the body’s natural response to restore function, too much of it can have adverse effects on […]
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-(Natural News) You can always grow your own medicinal herbs or source them from the wild. But if you could only have one medicinal herb in your survival bag, it should probably be cayenne pepper. Cayenne peppers are a type of chili pepper that belongs to the nightshade family of flowering plants. Originally grown in […]
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-(Natural News) Spicy peppers are known to aid in weight loss. However, not everyone can tolerate their taste. Fortunately, there is a milder and more palatable alternative: dihydrocapsiate supplements. Dihydrocapsiate is a compound that belongs to the capsinoid family. It is structurally related to the compound capsaicin but is present in non-pungent peppers. Dihydrocapsiate not only […]
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