Cayenne pepper has been recognized as one of the greatest of all herbs, not only for the circulatory system but for the entire digestive system. Once someone said that if he had to choose just two herbs to serve him, they would be Activated charcoal and Cayenne pepper.
Cayenne pepper is powerful because of its ability to attract blood to a body part, since it is blood that brings healing. It is a vasodilator per excellence. This makes it a quality herb of great importance to man. It's wonderful! Many things can be done with it that may not be done with other known herbs. Please note that other peppers irritate, Cayenne pepper soothes.
The following are some of its effects and uses:
Carminative, it relieves discomfort of gas in the digestive tract.
Antispasmodic, it suppresses spasms.
Antiseptic, prevents microbial infection.
Some Uses
• Stops unnatural bleeding, both internal and external.
• Stops heart attacks and prevents strokes.
• Heals bleeding, stomach ulcers, cuts etc.
• Calms nerves and anxiety.
• It has been known to be an excellent remedy for hemorrhoids(piles).
• It helps to regulate the heart and blood pressure. When taken with garlic, it lowers the blood pressure and cleanses the bronchial tubes and improves circulation and pulse rate.