NOW Foods Cayenne 500 mg., 100 Capsules Features : It was considered helpful by herbalists for various conditions of the gastrointestinal tract, including stomach aches, cramping pains, and gas. Now Foods Cayenne was frequently used to treat diseases of the circulatory system. It is still traditionally used in herbal medicine as a circulatory tonic (a substance believed to improve circulation). Rubbed on the skin, Now Foods Cayenne is a traditional, as well as modern, remedy for rheumatic pains and arthritis due to what is termed a counterirritant effect. Dietary Supplement Cayenne Pepper is a HOT herb that may be more easily taken in capsules with meals. Those who are sensitive to hot herbs may want to try NOW's new Kool-Mint Cayenne. The potent, hot fruit of Now Foods Cayenne has been used as medicine for centuries. It was considered helpful by herbalists for various conditions of the gastrointestinal tract, including stomach aches, cramping pains, and gas. Now Foods Cayenne was frequently used to treat diseases of the circulatory system. It is still traditionally used in herbal medicine as a circulatory tonic (a substance believed to improve circulation). Rubbed on the skin, Now Foods Cayenne is a traditional, as well as modern, remedy for rheumatic pains and arthritis due to what is termed a counterirritant effect. A counterirritant is something that causes irritation to a tissue to which it is applied, thus distracting from the original irritation (such as joint pain in the case of arthritis). Ingredients: Cayenne Pepper (Capsicum frutescens) (Fruit) (40,000 heat units). Other Ingredients: Gelatin (capsule). Contains no:Sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, gluten, corn, soy, milk, egg, shellfish or preservatives. Direction: As an herbal dietary supplement, take 1 capsule 2 to 4 times daily, preferably with meals. Supplement Facts: NOW Foods - Cayenne 500 mg - 100 Capsules Supplement FactsServing Size: 1 CapsuleServings Per Container: 100Amount Per Serving %DVCayenne Pepper (Capsicum frutescens) (Fruit) (40,000 heat units)500 mg**Daily Value Not Established Other Ingredients: Gelatin (capsule). Contains no: Sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, gluten, corn, soy, milk, egg, shellfish or preservatives. Legal Statement: *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Our shipping: Most orders paid by 11 am (EST) ship the same day. Holidays add one day.