CINNAMON is a popular spice. It is high in a substance called cinnamaldehyde which is responsible for most of the health benefits. Cinnamon can be used to help treat muscle spasms, vomiting, diarrhea, infections, the common cold, loss of appetite, and erectile dysfunction.
HEALTH BENEFIT OF EATING CINNAMON
1. WEIGHT LOSS
Cinnamon has been shown to reduce some of the bad effects of eating high-fat foods. This can help in an overall weight loss plan. Its effect on blood glucose levels can also help your body ultimately lose weight.
2. BOOTS BRAIN FUNCTION
Cinnamon had improved scores on tasks related to attentional processes, virtual recognition memory, working memory, and visual-motor response speed The scent of cinnamon worked better than both peppermint and jasmine at enhancing cognitive function.
3. CINNAMON AND TYPE 2 DIABETES
Those living with type 2 diabetes may want to add a daily dose of cinnamon to their healthy diet. Ceylon cinnamon can be great for those with insulin resistance because it may help certain individuals control their blood sugar.
4. FUNGAL INFECTIONS
Cinnamaldehyde - a chemical found in cinnamon - could help fight against bacterial and fungal infections.
5. IMPROVES METABOLISM
It has the ability to rev up the metabolism, which can help you lose weight more effectively, especially if you have a sluggish metabolism.
6. CINNAMON MAY CUT RISK OF HEART DISEASE
Cinnamon can improve some key risk factors for heart disease, including cholesterol, triglycerides and blood pressure.
7. BENEFIT SKIN HEALTH
Cinnamon has anti-biotic and anti-microbial effects that protect skin from irritations, rashes, allergic reactions, and infections. Applying cinnamon essential oil directly to the skin can be helpful in reducing inflammation, swelling, pain, and redness.
8. HELP FIGHTS ALLERGIES
Cinnamon has been shown to be helpful in fighting common allergy symptoms because it reduces inflammation and fights histamine reactions in the body. For the same reason it can also help to reduce symptoms of asthma attacks.
9. REDUCES BAD CHOLESTEROL
Cinnamon has been shown to help lower the levels of LDL cholesterol in the body, often referred to as the bad cholesterol, mile leaving the good cholesterol levels untouched. This makes it a fantastic all natural remedy for high cholesterol levels.
HOW MUCH CINNAMON SHOULD YOU TAKE ?
Because cinnamon is an unproven treatment, there is no established dose. Some recommend 1/2 to 1 teaspoon (2-4 grams) of powder a day. Some studies have used between 1 gram and 6 grams of cinnamon. Very high doses may be toxic.
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