Cayenne Pepper Ointment

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Ingredients

  • 1 small cayenne pepper, chopped with seeds
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons grated beeswax

Instructions

  1. Combine pepper with the oil and heat gently in microwave or stovetop.
  2. Do not boil.
  3. Let sit until cooled.
  4. Strain and discard the pepper and seeds.
  5. Add beeswax and heat again till wax is melted.
  6. Stir well, spoon into a clean container, and let cool.
  7. To use: Massage a small amount into your muscles and joints.
  8. If you would like a thinner consistency, reheat with added vegetable oil.
  9. Be careful working with peppers and wash hands thoroughly after use!

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

196 kcal 10% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 3g 6% DV
Total Fat 17.6g 23% DV
Carbs 14.2g 5% DV
Fiber 6.8g 24% DV
Sugar 2.6g 5% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 152.8mg 7% DV
Potassium 505mg 11% DV
Cholesterol 13.5mg 5% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 725mcg 81% DV
Vitamin C 19.1mg 21% DV
Calcium 38.5mg 3% DV
Iron 2mg 11% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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