| JOINT PAIN REDUCERMedicine: Cayenne (Capsicum annuum frutescens) Path: 9 Enthusiasm Directions: East/Below Vision: Thunder power without influencing turtle spirit within Physiology: Outer body (immune system), Inner effect (nourish) Indigenous Use: Many tribes in the Southwest, such as the Apache, Hopi, and Navajo rub powdered dried chili onto their arthritic joints to help suppress the pain. Preparation: For topical application, dry and grind until powder. Protect your hands when applying the powder, as it can blister the skin. Availability: Grown in Southwestern U.S. (cultivated). Common (Herbal Supplier) (c) Copyright Jonn Lavinnder 2007. All rights reserved. |