Description:
Cayenne Pepper is a very hot spice used for centuries to flavour and spice dishes, for nourishment and for its wide range of medicinal actions. It gains its name from the town it is native to, Cayenne in French Guaiana on the South American coast.

Benefits:
Cayenne contains vitamin A and Beta-carotene. Beta-carotene is a powerful antioxidant, which can aid in prevention of colon cancer and diabetic complications such as heart disease and nerve damage. Cayenne has been proven to reduce pain and support the cardiovascular system. Cayenne can help prevent stomach ulcers, boost the immune system, and clears and drains congested nasal passages.

Use:
Use to flavour and spice up your dishes and foods. Eat to gain all of Cayenne's medicinal benefits.

Safety:
Do not get Cayenne in your eyes, and always wash hands after handling. If it does get into your eyes, rinse well with clean water and seek medical advice. Cayenne is a member of the solanaceae family, which many are allergic to. Cutting out solanaceae from the diet has been linked to arthritic symptom improvement, however this has not been proven.