Cayenne peppers, scientifically known as Capsicum annuum,belong to the Solanaceae or nightshade plant family, which also includes tomatoes, eggplant, and potatoes.
They’re a type of chili pepper and have a moderately hot, spicy flavor thanks to a compound called capsaicin
Capsaicin, the compound that gives cayenne peppers their signature spicy flavor, is linked to some health benefits when consumed in supplement form However, since the related research didn’t investigate cayenne pepper pecifically, more studies are needed.
Nonetheless, adding cayenne peppers to your diet may benefit your health in a few ways.
- Provides beneficial plant compounds
- Protects your heart
- Improves digestion
- Maintain a healthy weight
- Ease pain and clear congestion
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