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Moderate evidence supports topical capsaicin for pain relief. Limited human evidence suggests benefits for metabolic syndrome, weight management, and antioxidant effects; more research is needed.
Benefits
- Supports digestion and circulation
- may aid in weight management
- blood glucose control
- and lipid profile improvement
- possesses antioxidant
- anti-inflammatory
- and analgesic properties.
Key compounds
Capsaicindihydrocapsaicinnordihydrocapsaicinhomodihydrocapsaicincarotenoidsascorbic acid (Vitamin C)tocopherols (Vitamin E)phenolic compoundsthiamineprotein.
May help with
- Traditionally used to improve digestion
- stimulate circulation
- relieve rheumatism
- muscle/joint pain
- and as a counterirritant
- also for coughs
- sore throats
- and as an antiseptic.
Best for these goals
Supports digestion and circulationmay aid in weight managementblood glucose controland lipid profile improvementpossesses antioxidantanti-inflammatoryand analgesic properties.
How to use it
Capsules, powders, liquid extracts, topical creams, gels, liniments, oils, ointments, salves, solutions, tinctures.
Evidence level
Moderate
Cautions & interactions
Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes; do not apply to wounds or damaged skin; avoid external heat; stop use if headache, erythema, burning, or hypersensitivity occurs. May cause sweating, eye/nose/stomach irritation, stomach pain. Talk to healthcare provider if you have high blood pressure or heart conditions. May turn baby's skin red in breastfeeding women. | Interactions: May interact with medications, including those for high blood pressure, diabetes, and blood thinners. Potential interactions with cyclosporin. No major interactions documented; use standard caution.
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