Cayenne peppers are one of the most amazing healing plants on the planet. Capsicum annum peppers are from the same plant family as are bell peppers, red peppers, paprika and jalapenos - but they are special. They are used all around the planet in a variety of cuisines - and they are also used by millions for their healing abilities.

Cayenne peppers are classified as vasodilators. that means that they open up your blood vessels to accommodate increased blood flow. They also kick start your metabolism and serve as a general elixir for the entire digestive system. As their scientific name suggests, their active ingredient is called capsaicin. Capsaicin acts to dilate the vessels that transfer the blood throughout your body. With your vessels open wide, blood flows in a more efficient manner. Nutrients are thereby delivered in an optimized fashion as well.

Cayenne peppers are comprised of heart healthy vitamin A, vitamin C, the full set of the vitamin B complex, potassium and calcium. Besides being wonderful for the heart and circulatory system, cayenne peppers act to help restructure degraded stomach cells and also to stimulate the parastalric actions of the entire intestinal tract. Both the assimilation of nutrients and the elimination of waste products are optimized. You must remember that good health begins in the digestive system. The heart, organs, muscles, bones and even your brain are all supported by the nutrients supplied by the digestive system.

Here are some more of the uses associated with a daily tonic made with 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne peppers - or applied directly to troublesome areas:

·           Enhances heart functioning and increases circulation;

·           Helps to prevent heart attacks;

·           Alleviates cold and flu symptoms;

·           Acts as an overall bodily energizer;

·           Reduces inflammation when applied directly to affected areas;

·           Place cayenne on a banana skin and use as a bandage to draw out toxins and even splinters;

·           Rub directly on aching teeth for speedy and effective relief;

·           Relieve your arthritis pains with a direct application wrapped with a red flannel overnight;