Hot Peppers May Prevent Blood Clots, Heart Disease, and More
Studies show hot peppers may prevent blood clots and heart disease by increasing blood flow. It's all due to Capsaicin, the natural chemical that puts the "Hot" in hot peppers. While clinically proven to relieve headaches and sinus inflammation, capsaicin may also be key to a healthy heart.
Albany, NY (PRWEB) February 10, 2004 -- For years now, doctors have been
prescribing a daily dose of aspirin as a solid prevention tool against heart
disease, but did you know that certain studies show hot peppers may be even more
effective than aspirin when it comes to keeping heart?
It's all due to
the natural chemical that puts the "Hot" in hot peppers. It's called Capsaicin,
and it's been clinically proven to kill pain, stop headaches, and clear up
chronic sinus conditions. Yet one of the greatest benefits of capsaicin is its'
proven ability to increase blood flow thus preventing clotting and possibly
heart disease in general.
Studies have shown that when ingested,
capsaicin activates the body's circulation dramatically. Unlike drugs with speed
like side effects, capsaicin promotes cirulatory blood flow through its' natural
ability to conduct heat and inhibit nerve receptors that cause swelling and
pain.
Several studies concentrating on gastrointestinal diseases have
found that capsaicin also increases blood flow to the stomach and stimulates the
production of digestive juices. One study in rats found evidence that capsaicin
also protected against stomach damage caused by alcohol.
Furthermore,
studies in animals along with the fact that gastric and colon cancer is uncommon
in Latin America support the idea that capsaicin may also fight gastrointestinal
related cancers.
A recent study on gastric disorders at Duke University,
showed capsaicin may actually lead to a cure for certain intestinal diseases.
The Duke team found that a specific nerve cell receptor appears to be necessary
to initiate the development of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), findings they
believe could change how physicians treat this disorder.
"IBD" is a
general term given to a variety of chronic disorders in which the intestine
becomes inflamed -- resulting in recurring abdominal cramps, pain and diarrhea.
The cause of IBD is unknown, and it is believed that up to 2 million Americans
suffer from this disorder.
The results of their studies could point
toward a potential therapy aimed at blocking the receptor, known as vanilloid
receptor type 1 (VR-1). Interestingly, the VR-1 is the receptor on sensory
neurons that receives and transmits the heat and pain impulses felt when a
person eats raw chili peppers.
"We know that immune modulators known as
cytokines are responsible for the inflammation that is the hallmark of the
disease, so research has focused on discovering a viral or bacterial trigger.
However, our studies have shown that by blocking the VR-1 receptor, we can halt
the development of IBD in an animal model," says Christopher Mantyh, M.D.,
Colorectal Surgeon and senior member of the Duke team.
It has long been
accepted that sensory neurons within the intestinal system can play a role in
the development of inflammation. The key to this process is Substance P, a
neurotransmitter found in minute quantities in the human nervous system and
intestines. It is primarily involved in the transmission of pain impulses, and
is also a potent pro-inflammatory mediator in the intestines. In fact, Substance
P is also the main cause for sinus congestion and headaches because it activates
nerve receptors. Moreover, capsaicin has been clinically proven to deplete this
Substance P within the human body.
Capsaicin actually stimulates the pain
and heat response by binding itself to the VR-1 receptors, which with long term
use, can rendor these neurons powerless. Just as long-time chili eaters find
that prolonged consumption makes them immune to the heat of the peppers,
over-stimulation of VR-1 receptors can cause them to become desensitized thus
leading to a possible long term cure for many intestinal related
diseases.
On the alternative medicine side, there's a popular capsaicin
based drink that's being touted as an all around system cleaner. They call it
"The Master Cleanser", and it's one of the most popular recipes on the web with
one of it's main ingredients being cayenne pepper. Many Hollywood stars credit
the Master Cleanser with maintaining their body's regularity, and for relieving
many circulatory afflictions.
Robin Quivers of The Howard Stern Radio
Show has lost 75 pounds, and regained her youthful energy since she started
drinking the pepper based drink daily. Many insiders say Paris Hilton also
credits the Master Cleanser with helping to maintain her toothpick thin figure.
Users claim the concoction of water, maple syrup, and cayenne pepper also
allieviates chronic stomach disorders, and helps to burn fat for prolonged
periods.
Until now, the problem has been finding a way to get the most
benefit from the smallest amount of capsaicin. Sure there are cayenne powders
and pills available, but the actual capsaicin dose in these products is
relatively weak, and far from fresh. So one company is coming out with a special
all natural extract made from the purest resins of hot pepper plants. Unlike the
powders and juices, this extract is made from the purest form of capsaicin
available -- an actual resin taken directly from the plants.
The
manufacturer of this pepper extract formula, SiCap Industries, is already on the
cutting edge of the natural health industry with the introduction of their hot
pepper nasal spray. The Sinus Buster is the world's first capsaicin based nasal
spray, and it's already being widely accepted as the answer to many chronic
allergies, sinus ailments, and headaches. Now SiCap is introducing a special
concentrated capsaicin extract that can be added to a cup of tea, a glass of
water, or practically any food or beverage.
"This new capsaicin
supplement will be another first of its' kind for us. Basically you'll be able
to put a few drops in your favorite drink, and get all the benefits of capsaicin
without having to eat a ton of hot peppers. This product is aimed to help with
circulatory blood flow, and
and to fight certain bacteria that can cause
intestinal illness. It's a fabulous addition to any heart healthy nutritional
plan," says Wayne Perry, President of SiCap Industries.
SiCap already has
one stellar pepper supplement that is selling like mad throughout North America.
There capsaicin based nasal spray is a real winner when it comes to relieving
congestion and migraine headaches. It's also being used by runners, weight
lifters, and boxers to clear their nasal airways, and as a boost for prolonged
exercise.
Although SiCap's pepper boosting formula won't be available
until mid April, their capsaicin nasal spray is presently avalable at (www.sinusbuster.com). Aside from relieving sinus and allergy
related conditions such as sinusitis, the Sinus Buster capsaicin nasal spray
also promotes blood flow to vessels running throughout the sinus and cranial
regions. Many people claim long term use of this nasal spray has stopped their
chronic headaches altogether.
"It makes sense that our nasal spray has a
long term calming effect on chronic congestion related diseases since capsaicin
is proven to promote blood flow. Just using our nasal spray everyday is probably
enough to have a positive effect on your circulation since our formula is made
with the purest form of capsaicin you can get. Our newest product, the liquid
extract will simply be another extension of the nasal spray. You take a couple
squirts of sinus buster everyday to keep your head and nose clear, and you put a
couple drops of our extract in your favorite drink to keep your stomach and
heart running right. The two will go hand in hand," says Bob Haines, Director of
Marketing for SiCap Industries.
If you want to learn more about SiCap
Industries and the world's first capsaicin nasal spray, go to the company
website at (www.sinusbuster.com). Another interesting site that deals with
the health discoveries of capsaicin is (www.pepperhealth.com)--
they have links to clinical trials, pepper products, and all kinds of health
tips using nature's natural little heat generators.
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