Hormones that modulate muscle growth include: 1  growth hormone. 2  testosterone. 3  IGF- 4 1. cortisol.  beta-endorphin, 1  and. parathyroid hormone.
When applied topically, cayenne pepper benefits the skin, too. It alleviates pain caused by shingles, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and even as part of a natural remedy for fibromyalgia. The fruit of the capsicum plant contains a chemical called capsaicin.
Apply a thin layer of the pepper mixture along the stem of the plant at the base, and along garden borders or fences near the area to deter squirrels from even entering the garden. The petroleum jelly helps the dusted cayenne powder stay on the plants and surrounding areas rather than being washed away. This solution is useful if dusting alone doesn't keep squirrels away, and will also repel many types of undesirable insects. 2  Discount stores are a good place to buy bulk cayenne pepper flakes and powdered cayenne pepper seasoning.