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"Sesame Vinaigrette 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon soybean oil 4 tablespoons rice vinegar 1 tablespoon honey Va cup water Dash of cayenne pepper Dash of soy sauce Place all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until well combined. Spicy Vinegar Dressing 1/2 cup red wine vinegar 2 tablespoons olive oil '/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/8 teaspoon dried basil leaves 1 garlic clove, crushed Vs teaspoon soy sauce Place all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until well combined." - Jay Gordon, The ADD and ADHD Cure: The Natural Way to Treat Hyperactivity and Refocus Your Child (Get the book.)

"Heat the oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat; add the sausage, onion, bell pepper, celery, garlic, Cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, oregano, and thyme. Cook, stirring often, until the vegetables have softened and are starting to brown. Stir in the soy flour. Add the edamame, and cook for 5 more minutes, or until they are fully warmed. Add the cauliflower "rice" and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes to warm through. Add salt and pepper to taste. Turn off the heat and scoop 1 cup of the mixture into a food processor and pulse until creamy. Return this paste to the skillet and stir." - Dr. Steven R. Gundry, Dr. Gundry's Diet Evolution: Turn Off the Genes That Are Killing You - And Your Waistline - And Drop the Weight for Good (Get the book.)

"Spicy Vinegar Dressing 1/2 cup red wine vinegar 2 tablespoons olive oil '/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/8 teaspoon dried basil leaves 1 garlic clove, crushed Vs teaspoon soy sauce Place all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until well combined. Summer Fresh Dressing '/2 cup orange juice '/3 cup balsamic vinegar 1 cup olive oil x/i teaspoon dried basil leaves Vi teaspoon soy sauce Dash of ground pepper Place all of the ingredients in ajar, cover, and shake well. Tofu Mayonnaise This spread makes a wonderful base for creamy salad dressings." - Jay Gordon, The ADD and ADHD Cure: The Natural Way to Treat Hyperactivity and Refocus Your Child (Get the book.)

"You'd think the last thing you might want to swallow is hot peppers when you have a sore throat, but because of its anti-inflammatory effects, cayenne pepper may be soothing instead. Throw Me a Lifesaver! SKIN CANCER: There appear to be other capsaicinoids beyond hot capsaicin that have health benefits. A mouse study showed that capsiates in sweet pepper induced cell death (apoptosis) in skin cancer cells. PROSTATE CANCER: Capsaicin, found in red peppers, had an antiproliferative effect on both androgen-positive and -negative prostate cancer cells when fed to mice with prostate cancer." - David W. Grotto, RD, LDN, 101 Foods That Could Save Your Life! (Get the book.) "Add pinch of cayenne pepper and raise heat to medium. Add in tomatoes with juice, tomato sauce, and tomato paste; raise heat to high and bring to near boil. Reduce heat and simmer until garlic is soft, approximately fifty minutes to an hour—test periodically by pressing garlic pieces against side of pan. When garlic is soft, remove and chop fine. Add back into sauce. Continue to simmer for another fifteen minutes. Taste sauce as it is cooking—add salt, if needed. Stir in baking soda at the end of cooking, until dissolved, to reduce the acidity of the sauce. Serve. break it down . . ." - David W. Grotto, RD, LDN, 101 Foods That Could Save Your Life! (Get the book.) "Add a dash of cayenne pepper to your favorite sauce or side dish to spice it up! • Grilled sweet bell peppers are delicious on sandwiches. • Chop up a little jalapeno or serrano pepper and add it to chopped tomatoes, onions, garlic, and green pepper for a tasty salsa cruda. Red Pepper Hummus on Zahtar Whole Wheat Pita by Dave Grotto Servings: 8 • Prep and cooking time: 15 minutes Zahtar is a Middle Eastern seasoning consisting of sesame seeds, sumac, and thyme. It is easy to make but much easier to buy at a specialty store. This recipe contains five powerhouse foods." - David W. Grotto, RD, LDN, 101 Foods That Could Save Your Life! (Get the book.) "I pound cauliflower flowerets, fresh 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed 1 large onion, chopped 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth 2 cups skim milk or low-fat soy milk 'A teaspoon ground black pepper ]/i teaspoon cayenne pepper hot sauce 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried) Salt to taste directions: Saute the onion in olive oil until translucent. Place cauliflower in a separate large saucepan, cover with water, and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer until slightly tender. Drain off water." - David W. Grotto, RD, LDN, 101 Foods That Could Save Your Life! (Get the book.)

"Optional Seasonings: For a bit of kick, add % teaspoon of red pepper flakes, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper, or hot sauce to the blender. vegetaria n" superfast Go Green!" - Wendy Bazilian, DRPH, MA, RD, Steven Pratt, MD, Kathy Matthews, Superfoods Rx Diet: Lose Weight with the Power of SuperNutrients (Get the book.)

"Serves 1 Stuffed Potatoes with Kidney Beans and Soy Cheese_ 3 Idaho potatoes, baked, halved, with center taken out and skins set aside 2 tablespoons chopped sweet onion 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 1 cup mashed kidney beans 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 cup shredded soy cheese (optional) 2 to 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients in the order in which they are listed." - Gary Null and Amy McDonald, The Food-Mood Connection: Nutrition-based and Environmental Approaches to Mental Health and Physical Wellbeing (Get the book.)

"V2 cup sliced red pepper 1 x/i cup chopped tomatoes 3 cups vegetable stock 1 cup tomato juice or sauce 1 tablespoon cumin 1 tablespoon coriander 1 tablespoon turmeric xh teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon soy sauce 2 tablespoons honey Dash of cayenne pepper Dash of paprika Pinch of saffron Vi cup raisins Combine all of the ingredients except the raisins in a large saucepan. Make sure the liquid reaches three-quarters of the way to the top of the vegetables. Cover and simmer over low heat for 45 minutes. Add the raisin and continue cooking for 10 more minutes. Add the beans." - Jay Gordon, The ADD and ADHD Cure: The Natural Way to Treat Hyperactivity and Refocus Your Child (Get the book.)

"A cup Yogurt Cheese (see recipe page 217) 1 green onion, finely chopped 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning '/« teaspoon black pepper (3 good cranks of the pepper grinder) 3 tablespoons dry whole grain bread crumbs (can be seasoned or plain) 2 lemon wedges Paprika or cayenne pepper for garnish Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Combine the chicken, soft bread crumbs, yogurt cheese, onion, black pepper and poultry seasoning. Form the mixture into 4 croquettes. Place the dry crumbs in a shallow dish and coat the croquettes. Place them on an ungreased baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes." - Wendy Bazilian, DRPH, MA, RD, Steven Pratt, MD, Kathy Matthews, Superfoods Rx Diet: Lose Weight with the Power of SuperNutrients (Get the book.)

"Italian herb seasoning 2 tablespoons minced onion 1 garlic clove, crushed, or V* teaspoon garlic powder 1 cup no-sugar-added tomato sauce 1 cup or more fresh basil leaves, baby spinach, or arugula lA cup fresh oregano, or 1 teaspoon dried Vi teaspoon sea salt % teaspoon cracked black peppercorns Vb teaspoon red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper (optional) Spa-Ghetti and Meat(LeJsJs) BalU PHASE 1,SERVES 2 2 Boca Burgers, broken into pieces, or lA (14-ounce) package LightHouse ground beef-style vegemeat 1 (8-ounce) package tofu shirataki spaghetti-style noodles, prepared the Dr. G." - Dr. Steven R. Gundry, Dr. Gundry's Diet Evolution: Turn Off the Genes That Are Killing You - And Your Waistline - And Drop the Weight for Good (Get the book.) "G way (see page 216) Vi cup lime juice 4 tablespoons crushed dry-roasted low-salt peanuts 1-2 tablespoons fish sauce, soy sauce, or tamari (see Note) 1 tablespoon unseasoned, unsweetened rice vinegar Pinch of stevia or no-calorie sweetener 1 teaspoon paprika V* teaspoon red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper, more or less to taste In a large skillet or wok, heat the oil over high heat, but not to the point of smoking. Add the garlic and stir briefly, then add the shrimp and stir for l minute. Add the egg and stir for another minute." - Dr. Steven R. Gundry, Dr. Gundry's Diet Evolution: Turn Off the Genes That Are Killing You - And Your Waistline - And Drop the Weight for Good (Get the book.)

"Carter also advised Paula to quit smoking, take a B-complex vitamin, and take red cayenne pepper capsules to strengthen her nervous system and possibly stimulate her circulation. Several weeks later, Paula returned for a second NES scan, which revealed a host of body-field distortions, including Polarity, Nervous System Driver, Stomach Driver, Muscle Driver, Kidney Driver, Bone Driver, and Energetic Integrator 10 (Circulation/Pericardium Meridian). Although a NES protocol customarily does not include more than four or five Infoceuticals, Carter had Paula take all seven Infoceuticals." - Peter h. Fraser and Harry Massey, Decoding the Human Body-Field: The New Science of Information as Medicine (Get the book.)

"The diet consists of combining 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon or lime juice, 2 tablespoons of genuine maple syrup, and V10 (more or less) of a teaspoon of cayenne pepper in 10 ounces (300 ml) of cold to medium hot water. Drinking six to twelve glasses each day is recommended. When you feel hungry you just have another glass. This fast is convenient and comfortable as there is no loss of energy. Some detoxification symptoms such as mild to moderate headaches may be experienced." - Ron Garner, Conscious Health: A Complete Guide to Wellness Through Natural Means (Get the book.) "Add oil, sea salt, rosemary or dill, and cayenne pepper. Blend again to mix thoroughly. Pour into a large mixing bowl. Grate carrots and zucchini and mix with other ingredients. Mix in the sunflower seeds plus other seeds, if you decide to use them. When this process is complete, in a separate bowl add the water to the ground flax seeds and stir well. Add to other ingredients immediately and mix thoroughly as the mixture will begin to thicken quickly. Let stand for ten minutes. If the mixture is too thick, water may be added; if too thin, more ground flax can be added." - Ron Garner, Conscious Health: A Complete Guide to Wellness Through Natural Means (Get the book.)

"Alternative Preparation Method: Add a bit of spice to toasted nuts and seeds with a light sprinkling of cayenne pepper, cinnamon, garlic powder, onion powder, or any of your favorite snipped herbs." - Wendy Bazilian, DRPH, MA, RD, Steven Pratt, MD, Kathy Matthews, Superfoods Rx Diet: Lose Weight with the Power of SuperNutrients (Get the book.) "Spice it up, ifyou want, with a dash of cayenne pepper and a garnish of fresh cilantro leaves. V2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 medium onion, peeled and cut into dice 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 (7") celery stalks, sliced 1 (8") carrot stick, peeled and sliced 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger x/% teaspoon ground cumin 4 cups water 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 tablespoon Roasted Pumpkin Seeds for garnish (see recipe page 291) In a stockpot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onions, garlic, celery, and carrots." - Wendy Bazilian, DRPH, MA, RD, Steven Pratt, MD, Kathy Matthews, Superfoods Rx Diet: Lose Weight with the Power of SuperNutrients (Get the book.)

"Stir a teaspoon or two of cayenne pepper or spicy ginger powder into your bathwater and soak. One warning: The oils in cayenne and ginger will generate heat in the water which could make the bath too hot to handle if mixed with very warm water. 2 Strip down, place a towel over a chair and sit down. 3 Massage the oil into your skin, from the head down. Use the balls, not heels, of the hands as your applicators (that's the place where the fingers meet the palms). Make smooth, long strokes down the arms and legs, circular rubs over the head, joints, abdomen and chest." - Bottom Line Books, Uncommon Cures For Everyday Ailments (Get the book.)

"Otherwise, cayenne, best known as the spice cayenne pepper, should definitely be used, but carefully, because it is very hot! If you use this as a spice, do not cook the pepper with the food but sprinkle it on only after cooking the food, to avoid irritation. Hawthorn berry improves arrhythmias, angina, blood pressure, and arterial hardening. It can enhance circulation. It treats valve insufficiencies, irregular pulse, and abnormal acid levels in the blood. In short, it is a really terrific herb! Hawthorn is generally taken at 100 mg twice a day." - Gary Null and Amy McDonald, The Food-Mood Connection: Nutrition-based and Environmental Approaches to Mental Health and Physical Wellbeing (Get the book.)

"In order to have a better morning after a tough night, take one-eighth teaspoonful of cayenne pepper in a cup of water just before bedtime. (Be careful with the measurement if you've had more than a few.) • Acupressure Assistance ^Vn acupressure solution to hangover headaches may rest in your two hands. According to Chinese medicine practitioners, massaging each thumb, firmly and steadily, just below the knuckle toward the base of the thumb, should bring welcome relief. If it doesn't work at first, try again in a few minutes." - Bottom Line Books, Uncommon Cures For Everyday Ailments (Get the book.)

"Greek-style yogurt, as it's too thick) 4 cloves fresh garlic, crushed 7 teaspoon garlic powder 2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger 7 teaspoon salt 7 j teaspoons ground cumin j teaspoon cayenne pepper 2 teaspoons ground coriander 7 tablespoon paprika j teaspoon turmeric j teaspoon ground cinnamon Juice of a large lemon (about 2 tablespoons) Mix all ingredients together in a large glass bowl. Marinate meat overnight. Pour off the excess marinade (reserve for basting). Place on a lightly oiled rack in a roasting pan." - Frank Lipman, Mollie Doyle, Spent: Revive: Stop Feeling Spent and Feel Great Again (Get the book.)

"It is used in compound preparations for loss of appetite, dyspepsia, and diarrhea (tablets 1:1:1; cayenne pepper, rhubarb and ginger root) and for alcoholism as an infusion (Cayenne pepper with sugar and cinnamon) to reduce the desire for alcohol. Homeopathic Uses: The herb is used for inflammation of the efferent urinary tract, the alimentary canal, the mouth and throat, and middle ear infection. contraindications Capsaicin cream should not be applied to open wounds or to the eyes." - Thomson Healthcare, Inc., PDR for Herbal Medicines, Fourth Edition (Get the book.)

"Therefore, foods omitted from the purist diet, despite their appearance in many raw food recipes, include nama shoyu (unpasteurized soy sauce), garlic, onions, cayenne pepper, jalapenos, black pepper, chili peppers, mustard, salt in any form, vinegar in any form, unpasteurized miso, cold-pressed oils, refined oils and alcohol. This list includes any foods that are so hot that they burn the tongue. It also includes foods that contain stimulants, such as raw cacao. In addition, purists believe in eating foods as close as possible to their natural, unrefined state." - Susan E. Schenck, The Live Food Factor: The Comprehensive Guide to the Ultimate Diet for Body, Mind, Spirit & Planet (Get the book.)

"As an adjunct to structured weight-loss plans, try adding mustard seed, cayenne pepper or other fiery spices to your meals. There's evidence that the peppers speed metabolism, which makes your body burn more calories. Plus, you'll drink more water, which will help you feel sated faster so you'll eat less. • Sniffing Exercises to Slim Down Ibased on recent research that showed inhaling food-based scents when hungry helped overweight people slim down, some doctors now advocate "sniffing" exercises to help control both appetite and weight. (It's a lot safer than some diet drugs." - Bottom Line Books, Uncommon Cures For Everyday Ailments (Get the book.)

"INDIAN SPICE RUB about 2 tablespoons -—o 7 teaspoon ground cumin 7 teaspoon ground coriander 7 teaspoon ground turmeric 7 teaspoon garam masala Pinch of cayenne pepper j teaspoon garlic powder j teaspoon ground ginger Salt to taste Blend together and rub on well until meat is evenly coated. (I like to rub a little lemon juice and olive oil directly onto chicken breasts before using the rub.) Grill on an oiled grill pan, broil, or roast in an oven. Serve with lemon wedges." - Frank Lipman, Mollie Doyle, Spent: Revive: Stop Feeling Spent and Feel Great Again (Get the book.)

"Kitchen Cure for Kitchen Cuts B, deeding caused by shaving mishaps, sport scrapes or superficial cuts from a kitchen knife can be stopped in seconds. How? cayenne pepper. It's high in vitamin K, a nutrient that's essential for blood clotting. Just sprinkle a little pepper on the abrasion, and the bleeding will stop almost instantaneously. One warning: Don't try this trick on deeper cuts. If you do, you may feel a burn from the pepper, only adding to the discomfort. • Honey—A Natural Salve u." - Bottom Line Books, Uncommon Cures For Everyday Ailments (Get the book.)

"Modest reductions in appetite have been found in healthy Japanese women and white men when they consumed 10 grams of cayenne pepper along with meals in a double-blind trial.17 A similar trial found that cayenne could increase metabolism of dietary fats in Japanese women.18 These trials suggest cayenne may help in the treatment of obesity (page 446). In a double-blind study of people with dyspepsia (heartburn [page 260]), supplementation with 833 mg of cayenne powder in capsules, three times per day before meals, reduced heartburn symptoms by 48%, compared with a placebo." - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.)

"Although cayenne pepper is native to tropical America, it is now cultivated in tropical locations throughout the world and has found its way into the cuisine of many parts of the world, particularly south-east Asia, China, southern Italy, and Mexico. The most important constituents of cayenne pepper are the pungent compounds, with capsaicin being the most prominent (see Fig. 71.1). Typically, cayenne pepper contains about 1.5% capsaicin and related principles. Other active constituents present include carotenoids, vitamins A and C, and volatile oils." - Michael T. Murray, ND, Textbook of Natural Medicine 2nd Edition Volume 1 (Get the book.)

"The active ingredient is capsaicin, a compound derived from cayenne pepper (capsicum). • Artichoke from Nature's Plus Herbal Actives. This supplement contains artichoke extract standardized to a minimum of 2.5 to 5 percent caffeoylquinic acids, and also contains sesquiterpene lactones and the highly active flavonoids scolymoside, inulin, and taraxasterol. It is designed to support the liver and circulatory system and assists in cholesterol output reduction and conversion of cholesterol into bile acids. • Betatene from NatureWorks." - Phyllis A. Balch, CNC, Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements (Get the book.)

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