Crushed red peppers include the seeds, increasing the heat intensity. These peppers have a powerful medicinal component called capsaicin and are also filled with an assortment of vitamins such as A, B and C that can aid in healing a variety of ailments from having antioxidant factors to cancer-fighting agents. Using crushed red peppers can be part of a more healthy diet.
Digestive Aid
Crushed red peppers work as a powerful digestive aid. They appear to stimulate the flow of saliva as well as stomach secretions according to Michael Castleman, medical journalist and author of the book “The Ultimate Guide to the Curative Power of Nature's Medicines.” Saliva has enzymes that help break down carbohydrates, and the stomach secretions containing gastric juices help digest food. Crushed red peppers can be added to foods or taken before a meal in water with honey or maple syrup.
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Circulation
Crushed red peppers help widen blood vessels, veins and arteries, thus stimulating blood flow and improving circulation, according to John R. Christopher, a natural herbalist and author of "Capiscum: Therapeutic Powerhouse and Herbal Catalyst." Capsicum found in crushed red peppers helps with poor circulation and improves blood pressure. Cooking with crushed red peppers daily may increase circulation and help decrease risks of heart attack or stroke.
Pain Reduction
Dave Dewitt, a known expert on chilies and author of the book, “The Healing Powers of Peppers,” states that crushed red chili peppers can aid with pain because capsaicin stimulates blood flow. Crushed red pepper is an analgesic that acts as an anti-inflammatory and may aid in relieving chronic pain as well as pain due to injury. Creams and oils containing crushed red peppers can be purchased at health food stores, then applied to the affected areas. Be careful of rashes and discontinue if the cream burns your skin.
Immune System Boost
Rebecca Wood, author of the book “The Whole Foods Encyclopedia,” states that the bright red color in crushed red chili peppers indicates there is beta carotene, which keeps the immune system healthy. These peppers have immunity boosting vitamins such as A, B and C all of which defends against certain pathogens that cause illness. In addition, crushed red peppers contain alkaloids and flavonoids that may help boost the immune system. Including crushed red peppers in your diet may help stave off illness and build your immune system.
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