You probably have cinnamon stored in a bottle at the far back of your spice cabinet. It's time to move it to the front of the shelf and enjoy all its health benefits. Cinnamon actually comes from the bark of trees! There is only one "true cinnamon", and it originates from Sri Lanka. It is called Ceylon cinnamon. Let's look at some great reasons to add cinnamon to your dishes.
Acne
Cinnamon has antimicrobial properties that are helpful in treating acne. This spice can kill the bacteria and fungi that cause the change in pigmentation. It's also an excellent source of powerful antioxidants that protect your body from free radical damage, which can cause skin inflammation and lead to acne.
Wrinkles
Free radicals can also contribute to premature skin aging, causing wrinkles, pigmentation and skin changes. The antioxidants in cinnamon slow down this process by protecting cells. Cinnamon can even increase collagen production.
Sprinkle cinnamon on cereal, yogurt, fruit. Photo: Osha Key/UnsplashCirculation
It has vasodilatory (relaxing) effect on blood vessels – the result is improved circulation. Taking less than a tablespoon of cinnamon two to three times a week could actually improve overall health. You can just sprinkle cinnamon on the flakes, add it to yogurt or coffee.
Blood pressure
Lowering blood pressure means that the entire cardiovascular system is also protected. In one studies researchers found significant reductions in systolic and diastolic blood pressure with short-term consumption of cinnamon in patients with type 2 diabetes. About 1 teaspoon per day is the right amount to reap the benefits without adverse effects on blood pressure or blood pressure. blood sugar.
Cholesterol
Cinnamon has a positive effect on cholesterol, which also means better heart health, as high cholesterol levels can increase the risk of heart disease. Studieshave shown that cinnamon can increase "good" cholesterol, while a daily dose (half to two teaspoons) of cinnamon can help lower total cholesterol, "bad" cholesterol, and triglycerides. All of these can lead to a healthier heart.
Photo: Olia Nayda / UnsplashSoothes the stomach
If you often have stomach problems or indigestion, consider adding cinnamon to your diet. Researchers from RMIT University found that adding cinnamon to food can reduce stomach acid (reduce gas and indigestion), making your stomach (and you) feel better.
It helps fight infections
Cinnamon has anti-viral, anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties that help keep your body healthy. " researchers, found that cinnamon ranks first among the world's most popular herbs and spices for high protective antioxidant levels.
Antioxidants help the body repair damaged cells and fight free radicals, which means less infection and disease.
