Health benefits of cinnamon are known for centuries. Cinnamon spice is tasty and can help improve general health, fight infections, and stresses. Though it cannot be considered as a substitute for a proper diet and medications prescribed, cinnamon can control blood sugar, reduce triglycerides, LDL (bad) cholesterol, and total cholesterol levels. Best of all, cinnamon is a proven spice for enhancing metabolism.  😉

Health Benefits of Cinnamon:

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  • Controlling a blood sugar and insulin levels helps in reducing weight
  • Supports digestive functions
  • Relieves pain and reduces inflammation of muscles and joints
  • Helps to prevent urinary tract infections, tooth decay, and gum disease
  • Cinnamon aroma boosts cognitive processing and stimulates brain function
  • Relieves  menstrual discomfort
  • Stimulates circulation
  • Good source of calcium and fiber

Weight Loss Help

  • Sprinkle powdered cinnamon on oatmeal or muesli
  • Add cinnamon when cook oatmeal crepes, pancakes, or mini-muffins
  • Cook apples, pears, plums and other fruits with cinnamon
  • Mix cinnamon into yogurt or cream cheese
  • Place cinnamon stick into your hot tea, coffee, or cocoa

To benefit from cinnamon, use ½ teaspoon of cinnamon daily.

Please note that eating it dry may cause to some side effects.

The best way to use cinnamon is to mix it with food or drinks.