Cayenne Pepper

What cayenne pepper offers

• Bright, clean heat
• Capsaicin is also used in pain-relief creams
• Vitamin A carotenoids
• May reduce appetite

When to eat it

With meals (start small!).

Tip

Capsaicin is the active compound - builds tolerance over time

Pairs well with

Lemon Water · Soups · Eggs

Blood sugar

Contains little or no carbohydrate, so it has almost no direct effect on blood sugar. GI values are approximate and vary with ripeness, variety and preparation. If you manage diabetes, ask your care team how this food fits your plan.

Pesticide residue & peeling

Relative residue level: Lower — a rough guide, not a lab measurement. Rinse produce under running water before eating.