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Seeds Of Thin Chilli Peppers as a Treatment for Eczema

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You can use the seeds of chilli peppers that have been stored in the refrigerator for a few weeks to very effectively treat your eczema (it has nothing to do with Capsaicin, the pungent principle). I used to suffer from eczema, in its many forms, since I was about 7 years old. I developed both eczema and asthma shortly after my family moved to the UK. I accidentally made the discovery over 10 years ago when I had started eating chilli peppers regularly for another medicinal purpose. It is crucial that the chillies are stored in the refrigerator for about 2 - 3 weeks prior to use. Only then will their seeds become active. I have explained the natural process involved (Phytoalexins) in my blog. This is the main reason why, despite the widespread consumption of chillies, it was not discovered sooner. There are links within my blog that provide further explanation together with some scientific data (conducted by Novartis Pharma) that proves the remedy works. It will cost you very little money (chillies are widely available and cheap) and a bit of inconvenience. The pungency (caused by Capsaicin) can be washed away using warm water to leave almost tasteless seeds (Capsaicin is present on the surface of the seeds, but not inside). The seeds must be crushed or chewed. As far as I know it is totally safe and without side effect. Over time it almost acts like a cure, with repeated usage resulting in your eczema returning in increasingly milder form. It has the following attributes: - It seems to be totally safe and without side effect (I have overdosed on eating chillies for up to 3 month without noticing any side effect) - It does not suppress the immune system, like synthetic oral corticosteroids and immunosuppressants like Elidel and Protopic (I was never prone to any infections) - It does not suffer from resistance, like conventional corticosteroids do (both topical and oral) - Over time it diminishes eczema, until it becomes very difficult to even deliberately exacerbate it to return. (This has been my experience. I am no longer able to make it flare-up) - Within a few days you will notice reduced itching These attributes seem to be confirmed by the observation made by Indian dermatologists, Kanwar and Dhar (based in Chandigarh, northern India), of an exceptionally low incidence of eczema in the adult population in their region (further details in my blog). I am trying to bring the matter to the attention of anyone with eczema. If you decide to try the remedy, please share your experience with others with eczema. My blog: http://endofeczema.wordpress.com/new-novel-treatment-for-eczema-dermatitis Indian dermatologists' paper reference: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7999617 9/2/2010 at 11:55 AM
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