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25 Feb, 2009

How Chili Peppers Unravel Pain Mechanisms

Posted by: Natural Medicine In: Natural Healthcare

Capsaicin, the active ingredient in chili peppers, generally is viewed as an irritant that produces a burning sensation when applied to a sensitive area of the body, such as the cornea.
Paradoxically, the same compound is a natural pain reliever. Capsaicin creams are natural pain-relieving folk medicines, commonly found over the counter, and are effective for [...]

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