Whether ingested or used topically, cinnamon can help prevent and improve a multitude of different health issues. Plus, it's great for beauty problems, too!
We enjoy it in teas and desserts, as cinnamon sticks and powdered. But in addition to being a standard ingredient in the kitchen, there are also some incredible health benefits of cinnamon.
Would you like to learn how? Read on!
When you think of cinnamon, your mind probably automatically pictures a tasty treat or comforting fall drink. But besides sweetening our lives, this pretty brown spice also has many different medicinal abilities.
It’s often used in the fall, but you can enjoy it any time of the year.
There are two types of cinnamon: Cassia and Ceylon.
The first balances blood sugar levels in people with diabetes and the second contains a remarkable amount of antioxidants.
You can tell them apart by their fragrance: one is stronger than the other.
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This delicious spice is also a superstar in natural medicine.
Originally from Asia (Sri Lanka), it is also grown in other hot, humid parts of the world like India, China, Madagascar, and the Seychelles Islands.
Cinnamon as we know it comes from peeling and rubbing the bark of the cinnamon tree. Then, the pieces are rolled up and dried.
Besides being full of minerals and vitamins B and C, cinnamon also:
It will help prevent stomach problems and reduce inflammation.
Just add a little bit to your teas and desserts.
People with type 2 diabetes should become best friends with cinnamon.
People with foot fungi can benefit from the goodness of cinnamon.
You can find the essential oil in herbalist and natural food stores.
It will also act as a natural deodorant for your feet.
When you have a cold or the flu, having a nice cup of tea can be comforting while also strengthening your immune system.
If you’re on a weight-loss diet, add cinnamon to your smoothies, teas, and juices.
Since it helps control your appetite and adds a sweet touch, you’ll crave chocolate and other sweets less.
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If you have a family history of neurodegenerative diseases, we recommend consuming cinnamon every day.
According to a study done in 2013, the epicatechin and cinnamaldehyde in cinnamon support good cerebral health and prevent or slow down the appearance of Alzheimer’s disease.
Cinnamon isn’t just good for your brain. It is also great for your skin and other internal organs.
Having a teaspoon of cinnamon a day (in tea, for example) protects your cells and reduces the signs of aging due to all of the antioxidants in it.
It also protects your skin from harmful external agents including pollution and UV rays.
Cinnamon is anti-inflammatory and thus is often used in tension-releasing massages. It helps relax tired, sore muscles.
Many athletes get massages with cinnamon oil after training sessions and competitions.
The goodness of cinnamon can also be enjoyed in a bath.
Women who get bad cramps during their period can find relief in a cup of hot water with cinnamon before bed.
People over 60 are more susceptible to bone fractures and breaks. To prevent this common problem, we recommend having cinnamon with tea daily.
You can also give yourself massages with cinnamon essential oil to strengthen your joints.
Cinnamon has many other uses, such as:
What are you waiting for? Add cinnamon to your diet today!
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