Turmeric/Cayenne capsules with black pepper extract

The combination of turmeric, cayenne and black pepper supports all body functions, improves vitality and stimulates metabolism. The active compound in turmeric, known as curcumin, gives the herb its medicinal properties. Curcumin is a compound with powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.

Benefits of cayenne pepper:

• A potent detoxing agent; promotes healthy lymphatic & digestive rhythms
• Stimulates the circulation
• High in capsaicin, which relieves joint pain & inflammation
• Anti-irritant, great for soothing scratchy throats
• Antifungal, anti-allergenic & antibacterial
• Fights colds & ‘flu by breaking up congested mucous
• Stimulates saliva production, for better digestion & oral health

Research supports that combining the piperine in black pepper with the curcumin in turmeric enhances curcumin absorption. Curcumin is also best absorbed with fat.

Precautions for Turmeric and Cayenne

• Turmeric and Cayenne in your diet is safe. However gastric discomfort may occur at high doses. It is advisable to start with small amounts and increase gradually. Excessive amounts of curcuminoids can cause ulcers and reduce red blood cells in body. Large doses can also cause vomiting, stomach pain, and symptoms of intoxication.
• Curcumin in turmeric has anti-platelet properties. If suffering from a bleeding risk or taking anti-coagulants please consult a health practitioner.
• Curcumin supplements should be discontinued 2 weeks prior to any surgical procedure.
• Curcumin can cause gall bladder contraction and should be avoided when suffering from active gall bladder duct obstruction or gallstone issues.
• May interact with prescription drugs increasing anti-coagulation drug effect. (Warfarin, Plavix, aspirin). Drugs reducing stomach acid (Tagamet, Pepcid, Zantac, Nexium, Prevacid, Omeprazole). Diabetic medication may increase effect and cause risk.
• Should not be taken during pregnancy.