Question 1

is cayenne and garlic bad for circulation?

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No but: Most likely not going to do much for it either. Check with your dr to make sure its ok to be on these. Cayenne can raise blood pressure and garlic bleeding.

Question 2

is it okay to eat cayenne chillies while pregnant?

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Eating spicy food: should not hurt the baby. But pregnant women often suffer from heartburn more easily after eating spicy food. It is the woman's choice.

Question 3

is there any danger in taking 450mg of cayenne supplement?

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Oral Capsaicin : This supplement has not been tested in the same fashion as many other otc and rx medicines have and all side effects and correct dosing may not be known. However, it is one of the best studied supplements with a favorable side effect profile. Severe allergic reaction is possible. Discuss with your dr if you have underlying gi, liver or kidney problems.

Question 4

brewers yeast, dandelion root, cayenne, ginger root on sale at health food store. any of  this bad for me?

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Depends: You should view herbal medications as drugs. A lot of drugs in use today were originally developed based on compounds isolated from plants. Many herbal agents may interact with medications that you are already taking so it is important to check for drug interactions. Also most herbal agents have not been well studies in good clinical trials. This website may give you more information:
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Question 5

is cayenne pepper good for you?

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Cayenne pepper, no: U have HX of Hyperthyroidism, imply hypertension ? Problem here is cayenne preparations have large amt of sodium. Thus pepper not bad, xtra sodium can be, depending on overall sodium intake. There R `studies' support benefit in digestion &amp; Cholesterol&amp;Cancer of Capsicum (in cayenne pepper) by groups interested in natural substances. Not large mainline studies, they R to sell meds, pepper too cheap

Question 6

what are the health benefits of cayenne pepper?

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Listen to your body: Wikipedia has a number of possibilities and other sites as well. There is an entire book devoted to health benefits. The caution to start with a very low dose that would be used in cooking as a spice is wise. With a slow increase you can  to see how you personally respond.

Question 7

can cayenne really help poor circulation?

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No: Very few supplements or even prescription medications have any impact on circulation.  For pad there are a few medications that may improve walking distance, especially in conjunction with a walking program.  Lifestyle modification such as smoking cessation clearly has an impact on progression of pad.

Question 8

do cayenne, ginger, garlic, and ginkgo help with blood flow?

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Cayenne, Ginger,: Garlic, and Ginkgo are all blood thinners or interact w/prescription blood thinners.  Thus, it is very important that you speak w/your doctor about taking these, especially in combo and if you are on a prescription blood thinner.  Taking all of the above can be dangerous and produce bleeding.  Peace and good health.

Question 9

can cayenne, ginger, garlic, and ginko help with blood flow?

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Ginkgo Biloba: is used to open up blood vessels and thus increase blood flow.  Please consult your doctor before using.  If you are on a blood thinner it can be dangerous.  Peace and good health.

Question 10

how safe is the master cleanse? this cleanse includes 10 days of drinking fresh lemonade sweetened with maple syrup and cayenne, and no food.

Accepted Answer

It's relative.: If you are a healthy 26 year old male without diabetes or any major chronic illness, the master cleanse is safe, but quite extreme.  It is basically a ten-day fast, which is not good for your metabolism.
I would suggest you find shorter "cleanse" options at your local health food store, that contain vitamins and nutrients to keep your body running, and in balance.

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