Nutrition
Cayenne pepper, by weight, is relatively high in vitamin A. It also contains vitamin B6, vitamin E, vitamin C, riboflavin, potassium and manganese. However, given the very small amount of cayenne pepper typically consumed in a serving, it makes a negligible contribution to overall dietary intake of these nutrients. Cayenne pepper is also claimed to be a male aphrodisiac because it contains capsaicin which can increase blood flow to all parts of the human body.
Many questions persist about the thermal value of cayenne. Canadian natives have used cayenne in their boots as a guard against sub-zero temperatures.
"The present study has shown an increase in the dermal blood flow induced by topical application capsaicin on the human forearm using laser".
Pharmacology & Pharmacy, 2011, 2, 159-163
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