Re: [CH] Capsaicin and migraines

VoodooChile (rael@ebicom.net)
Wed, 24 Jun 1998 14:18:06 -0500

Twas Writ:
>I have a friend that suffers from migraine headaches. I seem to recall some
>information on the use of capsaicin preparations for relief. As I myself
>don't suffer the infirmity, I didn't pay much attention, but it came up in a
>conversation yesterday. Does anyone have any information on this, or am I
>making it up?

Believe there was some discussion about this a way back...should be in the
archives.  I looked into it 'cause my mum has been afflicted with migraines
for as long as I can remember.  The short of what I discovered is cayenne
tablets are available (most health food stores and such carry them) and for
some folks, these help.  But there have been a number of studies (on-going
as well, I'm sure) about capsiacin use in combating pain of various natures.

Of course, a litte salsa, a Twister board, and a friend or three....indeed
the definition of pain and pleasure, oh my...

Peace, Hendrix, and Chiles.......

Rael64
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