No. 057Botanical
Capsicum annuum
Fruit
Botanical
Capsicum
Chilli, whose warmth on the skin helps relieve deep aches.
- Botanical name
- Capsicum annuum
- Also known as
- Mirch, Chilli
- Part used
- Fruit
- Evidence
- Systematic review evidence Evidence level 5 of 5
- Body systems
- Joints and muscles
In tradition
Used in topical oils to warm and relax stiff muscles.
In research
Capsaicin acts on the skin's heat and pain receptors and is used in topical pain relief worldwide.
Strength of evidence
Systematic review evidence Evidence level 5 of 5Several trials pooled and appraised together. How we grade evidence.
Safety and cautions
Causes a warming or burning sensation on the skin. Avoid contact with the eyes and broken skin, and wash hands after use.
Where you will find it
Products that contain it
Ingredient pages summarise traditional use and the direction of published research for education. They are not claims about any product and are not medical advice.
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