Cayenne is a kind of hot pepper that has capsaicin and other nutrients. It is used as a spice in many cultures around the world. Cayenne pepper is also used in traditional medicine to improve digestion (the way your body breaks down food) and blood circulation.

Cayenne supplements come as capsules, powders, and liquid extracts.

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Capsicum

Red peppers

African chilies

Tabasco peppers

Mexican chilies

Louisiana long pepper

Pimiento
Cayenne is used to:

Improve digestion

Improve blood circulation

Manage type-2 diabetes

Help you lose weight

Cayenne also has other uses that haven’t been studied by doctors to see if they work.

It’s generally safe to add cayenne peppers to vegetable or meat dishes. You can also add ground cayenne pepper to soups, curries, or stews. Talk with your healthcare providers before taking cayenne supplements. Herbal supplements are stronger than the herbs you would use in cooking.

They can also interact with some medications and affect how they work. For more information, read the “What else do I need to know?” section below.

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