Research Notes on Capsaicin and Prostate Cancer
Capsaicin, belonging to the genus Capsium, is the main ingredient in peppers which make them spicy. It works to kill prostate cancer by causing the cancerous cells to undergo apoptosis (cell death).1 Capsaicin is an odorless and tasteless antioxidant used to treat minor aches and pains in a topical form.2
Fast Facts:
- Common peppers and spices containing capsaicin include: jalapenos, paprika, Tabasco, bell peppers and habenero.3
- Measured by Scoville Units; pure capsaicin has over 15 million Scoville Units.4
- U.S. Food And Drug Administration (FDA) approved a topical form of capsaicin for treating pain more than 20 years ago, which is sold without a prescription.5
- Peppers are native to Mexico and Central America. 5
Top Resources on Capsaicin and Prostate Cancer
- About.com: Capsaicin Shown In Mice To Kill Prostate Cancer Cells
- Wikipedia: Capsaicin
- PDRHealth: Herb & Supplements - Capsicum
- Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center: Capsaicin
- American Cancer Society: Capsicum
- American Institute For Cancer Research: Some Like It Hot (Feb. 2007)
- WebMD Health News: Spicy Spin On Treating Prostate Cancer (March 15, 2006)
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Research Notes References
- ↑ About.com: Capsaicin Shown In Mice To Kill Prostate Cancer Cells
- ↑ PDRHealth: Herb & Supplements - Capsicum
- ↑ American Institute For Cancer Research: Some Like It Hot
- ↑ About.com: Capsaicin Shown In Mice To Kill Prostate Cancer Cells
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center: Capsaicin
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