SpiceChili Pepper
Capsaicin, the active compound, is likely effective for diabetic neuropathy, chronic pain, and postherpetic neuralgia; possibly effective for back pain, osteoarthritis, and certain headaches.
Benefits
- May possess antioxidant
- antimicrobial
- antiseptic
- and immunomodulatory properties
- traditionally used for pain relief
- appetite stimulation
- and reducing inflammation.
Key compounds
Capsaicinoids (e.g.capsaicin)provitamin Avitamins C and Ecarotenoidsluteolinquercetin
Best for these goals
May possess antioxidantantimicrobialantisepticand immunomodulatory propertiestraditionally used for pain reliefappetite stimulationand reducing inflammation.
How to use it
Food additive, topical creams, gels, plasters, nasal sprays, extracts, powder, lozenges, nectar
Evidence level
Moderate
Cautions & interactions
Likely safe in food amounts; large doses or long-term use possibly unsafe. May cause stomach irritation, sweating, runny nose, skin irritation, and itching. Avoid on damaged skin, near eyes, and in children under two. May increase bleeding risk and blood pressure. Stop use 2 weeks before surgery. Possibly unsafe orally during breastfeeding. | Interactions: May interact with blood-thinning medications, theophylline, diabetes medications, aspirin, and ciprofloxacin; use with caution.
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