Capsaicin - Phytochemical

Red chillies beside a chalkboard labelled Chilli

Capsaicin natural compound extract derived from chilli peppers (Capsicum family)

Capsaicin is the stuff in chilli peppers that makes your mouth feel hot. It is found in the flesh and white pith of the chilli and not the seeds.

with analgesic properties - reducing pain and tenderness in affected joints

Has been found to help reduce cholesterol, keep blood vessels wide open so blood can flow. It may also help blood clots as it helps to stop platelets clumping together

Arthritis - Capsaicin

Capsaicin trials for osteoarthritis

Capsaicin trials for fibromyalgia

Ginger, chili peppers could work together to lower cancer risk

Anti-obesity drug derived from chili peppers shows promise in animal trials

Chili pepper compound can stop breast cancer, study finds

Research:

Treatment of pain due to fibromyalgia with topical capsaicin: A pilot study

Topical capsaicin for chronic neck pain. A pilot study.

Topical capsaicin (low concentration) for chronic neuropathic pain in adults.

The analgesic efficacy of topical capsaicin is enhanced by glyceryl trinitrate in painful osteoarthritis: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study.

Anticancer Properties of Capsaicin Against Human Cancer.

Capsaicin: From Plants to a Cancer-Suppressing Agent.

Brassinin Combined with Capsaicin Enhances Apoptotic and Anti-metastatic Effects in PC-3 Human Prostate Cancer Cells.

 

 

 

Resources

General guidance and further reading. These links have not been checked against the individual claims on this page.

  1. NHS: The vegan diet

    Public health guidance on planning a vegan diet and getting essential nutrients.

  2. British Dietetic Association: Vegetarian, vegan and plant-based diet

    Dietitian guidance on plant-based eating. The fact sheet is currently under review by the BDA.

  3. NHS: The Eatwell Guide

    Guidance on food groups and the balance of foods across a day or week.

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