In a push to lose weight, many dieters have tried everything from grapefruit to cheeseburgers without bread. The newest trend in dieting actually might be the oldest. Cayenne pepper has been used in the West Indies, Central and South America for thousands of years to flavor food. But some proponents of the pepper claim that the capsaicin in cayenne pepper can help you with weight loss.
Capsaicin
The ingredient in cayenne pepper that most traditional doctors, herbalists and proponents of alternative medicine agree is the most beneficial to health Is capsaicin. Capsaicin is the oil found in the stems, seeds and veins of peppers that give it its heat. Studies have shown capsaicin is useful in blocking arthritis pain, and traditional medical physicians prescribe topical creams with capsaicin in them for pain relief. However, herbalists and proponents of alternative medicine believe that the capsaicin found in cayenne pepper is useful for a wide range of medical conditions, including weight loss.
The Lemonade Diet
Cayenne pepper is a primary ingredient in The Master Cleanse, a popular diet and cleanse that was created in 1941 by Stanley Burroughs. In his book "The Master Cleanser," Burroughs recommends cayenne pepper to break up mucous and plaque in the gastrointestinal tract and detoxify the body. Some weight loss occurs from the loss of the plaque buildup in the gastrointestinal tract.
Metabolism
Other proponents of cayenne pepper say that the pepper alone won't cause you to lose weight. However, weight loss does come when cayenne is used to complement a healthful diet and lifestyle. According to alternative health proponents, the capsaicin in cayenne pepper will increase the body's metabolism, which, in combination with a healthful diet and exercise program, will result in weight loss. For increased metabolism, some alternative health advocates recommend imbibing one-quarter teaspoon of cayenne pepper with a glass of water daily.
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