do anyone know if taking ceyenne pepper in a pill is safe? i know its ok in meals.what are the benefits of it?
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I take it on occasion.  It's supposed to help speed up your metabolism and help you break down foods more effectively.\n\nEven if you're taking it in capsule form, I recommend eating at least a small snack afterwards; it induces mild heartburn in some people otherwise, although less so than if you just sprinkled it on your food.
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I had already advised someone concerning an herbal treatment that worked for me. I may of backed it up with "check w/doctor...sometimes herbs may not be compatible w/certain meds.."  I don't agree that herbs are harmless, there are many harmful herbs out there, and even food herbs can have a bad effect if taken improperly.  With any treatment precautions and education is necessary. I think that is where the problem lies, people feel they are harmless, and thus avoid precautions.
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when eating something hot you're had turns red, mouth is hot and kind of hurts. when eating something cold, you feel you can breath, refreshing etc. this is caused by chemicals in the foods that bind with your mouth and nose, i looked it up for a better explanation: \n\nHOT: the spices that we normally associate with "hot" food, such as peppers or curry, activate the warm receptors. piperine is the active component of white and black pepper (piper nigrum) and is presumably of use to the plant because of its insecticidal properties. capsaicin (pronounced cap-say-shin) is the substance responsible for the spiciness associated with members of the genus capsicum, which includes most of the red and green peppers used in mexican, south american, cajun, and some asian foods. ginger is another "hot" spice common to asian cuisine, and the substance responsible for its pungency is zingerone. the structures of these three substances are remarkably similar. each contains an aromatic ring with two ortho oxygen atoms (similar to vanillin), either in an ether-phenol combination, as in the case of capsaicin and zingerone, or as an acetal, as found in piperine. bonded to the ring at position is a long chain bearing a carbonyl group. the carbonyl group is located in the same position for capsaicin and zingerone- although the latter is a ketone, whereas capsaicin is an amide. the carbonyl is located further down the chain in piperine, which, like capsaicin, is an amide. these three compounds are listed by the merck index as ranging from sparingly soluble to virtually insoluble in water, as anyone who has failed to achieve comfort by drinking cold water to relieve the burning sensation from spicy foods can attest. all three are soluble in organic solvents, and their oil solubility accounts for why sour crème is a popular accompaniment to hot foods.\n\nCOLD: a "cool" sensation results from the presence of a substance that allows cool receptors to be activated outside their normal temperature range in the warm enviornment of the mouth. menthol and carvone, terpenes with similar skeletal structures, can cause this effect. menthol can be extracted from different mint plants and can also be synthesized from turpentine. it is an optically active substance having three chiral carbons. the two enantiomers of carvone are often mentioned in organic chemistry classes to illustrate the chirality of olfactory receptors. R-(-)-carvone is the principal component in oil of spearmint; its enantiomer, S-(+)-carvone, is responsible for the flavor of caraway oil. it is significant that we do not associate the flavor of carawy with a cooling effect, indicating that the temperature-oriented neural receptors that respond to these substances must also have chirality.
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I think it's a good idea to put a warning on the packages of catnip so people don't think it's for human consumption.  \n\nOtherwise, I can't see what the problem would be unless you used a bunch of poisonous insecticide on the peppermint and chamomile.  If you did, you should also include a warning that says: not for human consumption.  And make it clear that the herbs that you are selling are for potpourri or decorative purposes only.
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I wouldn't use them as some pills can be bad for your digestive system and other systems to. If you want to lose weight eat healthily and exercise.
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The FDA has determined that Cenestin is safe for short-term use in the treatment of vasomotor symptoms based on a 3-month clinical trial in 120 healthy menopausal women and on extensive data from the published scientific literature on estrogens and conjugated estrogens. No serious adverse events were reported during the 3-month study. Cenestin carries the same warning statements as all non-contraceptive estrogen drug products. Cenestin has not been approved for long-term use, such as the prevention of osteoporosis. No long-term clinical trial has been completed for Cenestin.Cenestin’s labeling states that patients, in consultation with their health care practitioners, should reassess their use of the product every 3 to 6 months.
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these products are effective; you must follow the suggestions on the bottle b/c a lot of them suggest drinking plenty of water; regular exercise; balanced diet\n\nthese suggestions are important to follow b/c any unhealthy activity will sabotage the diet supplements\n\nthe downfall behind the supplements is that as soon as you stop using them you gain the weight back, unless you have implemented a good exercise/eating plan;\n\nit's good if you consult a doctor or personal trainers on this, that way a professinal can assess whether you need those pills or not; those pills can be addictive and only people who are overweight by 60 pounds or more should use them, also adults over the age of 20 should use them, b/c by this time your body should have stop growing; they aren't intended for children/teens
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Interestingly enough...to add to ur findings...I have been told by my family doctor that most people do not need a vitamin if they are healthy adults who eat right.  And I have personally never been able to take centrum because it would always make my stomach sick.  I'm checking out that site now.
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well if you are referring to hot pepper powder such as cheyanne pepper, it depends on if the infection is susptible to the week toxin that hot pepper powder is composed of.\n\nif it is, you may have just cured your plant..if it isn't, nuttin.
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You Are male?\n Then you are most likely okay ....\nWho should NOT take PROPECIA?\nPROPECIA is for the treatment of male pattern hair loss in MEN ONLY and should not be taken by women (see A warning about PROPECIA and pregnancy). \nPROPECIA should not be taken by children. \nAnyone allergic to any of the ingredients. \nA warning about PROPECIA and pregnancy.\nWomen who are or may potentially be pregnant: \n– must not use PROPECIA \n– should not handle crushed or broken tablets of PROPECIA. \nIf a woman who is pregnant with a male baby absorbs the active ingredient in PROPECIA, either by swallowing or through the skin, it may cause abnormalities of a male baby’s sex organs. If a woman who is pregnant comes into contact with the active ingredient in PROPECIA, a doctor should be consulted. PROPECIA tablets are coated and will prevent contact with the active ingredient during normal handling, provided that the tablets are not broken or crushed.
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there may be a clue on the xango website...\n\n\n\n*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.\n\n\n\nthats a no then :)\n\nthe science isn't barmy but we don't know yet how much these substances can help and if they do have no idea how much or which might be helpful......   If you like the taste fine but in general you are better of sticking to a balanced diet with a wide range of fresh fruit and veg! :)
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Newspaper readers around the U.S. are again being bombarded in early 2006 by ad inserts in their Sunday papers touting "The New Skinny Pill," which closer reading reveals as the supplement Zyladex Plus.\n\nAccording to the ad, which features the misleading photo of what appears to be a prescription drug bottle, this amazing pill "is now available in the United States without a prescription" and will enable you to lose up to 15 pounds a week. The ad claims "clinical studies prove it." \n\nThe ad, however, provides absolutely no information about what is in this pill or how it works, and its manufacturer Medlab has no website where this information can be found. When you phone the number in the ad that you are urged to call 24 hours a day to order the product, and ask what the active ingredient in the pill is, the operator tells you "I actually do not have that information available."\n\nBut when this pill was being pushed several years ago, it was one of the many containing the combination of the amphetamine-like compound Ephedrine (since banned by the U.S. FDA) and caffeine.\n\nFurther research suggests that the active ingredient in the current formulation is bitter orange, a common substitute for ephedrine. Extracts from the peel of bitter orange contain the chemical synephrine, a substance similar to ephedrine, and it may contribute to weight loss by increasing metabolism. \n\nIt is unclear whether bitter orange acts similarly in raising heart rate, respiratory rate and blood pressure, but if it does, Zyladex Plus could be risky for people with arrhythmias and high blood pressure.\n\nWhile the ad misleadingly seeks to invoke the good name of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration by saying Zyladex Plus has been "approved for release by a FDA REGISTERED laboratory," needless to say the product -- like virtually all supplements -- has NEVER been judged for effectiveness or safety by the FDA
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I think chili peppers are one of those things that fall under the category of "herbs" as far as science is concerned.  This means they may not have really tested it.  But what we have are years and years of peoples' experiences.  It is said that chili pepper can bolster the immune system and also can cause endorphins to be released, which can serve as a slight pain reliever and mood enhancer.  But they also can irritate the lining of your stomach and cause esophageal reflux.  Some people can tolerate hot spicy food more than others.  \n\nOther than the chili peppers, there are many very beneficial spices in Indian food.  Turmeric is an excellent digestive aid.  Turmeric is the ingredient in curry which makes it yellow.  Fenugreek, fennel seeds, cumin seeds, cardamom - all of these have a reputation for health benefits.  These are regular ingredients in Indian food.  I am not as familiar with Thai.\n\nAnother great thing about Indian food is they use a lot of vegetables, and that in itself is healthy.
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One major downside is the stimulants that many diet pills, drinks and bars have in them.  Another thing to be wary of is that they don't always list all of their ingredients.  I went with a shake from a company called Herbalife.  It was supposed to be just a nutrient shake (like Ensure, only cheaper).  What was  not disclosed to me was that one of the herbs was MaHuang (Ephedrine ... one of the components of FenFen).  That is 10 times worse than caffine!  It landed me in the hospital with a heart attack one week ago today after only one week of using it.  Never use Ma Huang or Ephedra (Ephedrine).  It can cause heart issues and stroke even if you are healthy.  Many other diet trends can deprive your body of full nutrition.  The safest, best and most effective way to lose weight is eat smaller portions and moderate exercise.
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i have no clue....but you answered the question about my hamster and red pepper.....it is red bell pepper, not like a red hot chili pepper. is red bell pepper really bad for them?
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It's okay to take it once or twice in your lifetime but be careful!!!  It should only be a LAST resort as it loses its effectiveness dramatically after each use.  If you are asking about it now, just get on the real pill.
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yes they all work, some work better for some people than others. Talk to your doctor and he can give you a couple of free samples.  Make sure it is dysfunction and not other issues like stress. etc.   Some of the pills give some people pounding headaches afterwards.  The pills are not toys to be played around with, but they do work.