{"id":1196,"date":"2017-07-17T16:44:03","date_gmt":"2017-07-17T11:14:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.tangylife.com\/blog\/?p=1196"},"modified":"2023-05-16T10:06:06","modified_gmt":"2023-05-16T04:36:06","slug":"health-benefits-of-cinnamon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tangylife.com\/blog\/health-benefits-of-cinnamon\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Health Benefits of Cinnamon | Best ways to enjoy Cinnamon Benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Cinnamon Overview<\/h2>\n

Cinnamon is one of the very popular and our favorite household spices that have been used throughout the world over the years. The spice actually originates from the inner bark of a tree called Cinnamomum. The bark contains various special compounds including Cinnamaldehyde, Cinnamic acid, and Cinnamate. All these compounds are responsible for its many health-promoting features and. The spice is not only associated with baking and desserts but also commonly sprinkled over coffee and used in herbal teas as well. Multiple uses as well as benefits of Cinnamon<\/strong> make it quite a popular & healthy ingredient in most of the dishes or drinks.<\/p>\n

The spice not only adds great flavor to a variety of dishes, baked goods, and drinks but also is highly beneficial for your overall health.<\/p>\n

Why is Cinnamon good for your health?<\/h2>\n

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A little bit of this spice actually has so much power that is beneficial for your overall health. All of its fantastic properties come from one substance called Cinnamaldehyde which is naturally present in Cinnamon. Cinnamaldehyde is a great source for many of the anti-fungal and antibacterial properties and thus making cinnamon such a great complement to your diet.<\/p>\n

Cinnamon<\/a> also has the high concentration of antioxidants helping you to protect your body from damage against free radicals. The intake of cinnamon to your diet also reduces inflammation, the risk of cancer and some other diseases as well.<\/p>\n

The combination of cinnamon\u2019s high fiber content, Cinnamaldehyde, and antioxidants have some specific features that lend incredibly positive effects on the human body.<\/p>\n\n\n
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Health Benefits of Cinnamon<\/h2>\n

Cinnamon has a plenty of health benefits that make it a great spice to use every day and as a dietary supplement. According to the researchers, health benefits of cinnamon can be obtained in the form of its pure bark, in the form of essential oils, in ground spice form, or in the extract form where its special phenolic compounds, antioxidants, and flavonoids are isolated. Having these compounds, Cinnamon is one of the most beneficial spices on earth. All these compounds give Cinnamon to be packed with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, antimicrobial, immunity boosting properties, as well as cancer and heart disease protecting abilities. Here are 10 amazing health benefits of Cinnamon.<\/p>\n

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1. Cinnamon may treat Type 2 Diabetes<\/h3>\n

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Cinnamon is very famous for its anti-diabetic effect. It helps in reducing the blood sugar levels and also improves sensitivity to the hormone insulin which is a vital hormone for keeping the blood sugar levels balanced. And thus reduce the instance of Type 2 diabetes.<\/p>\n

Cinnamon also has the natural effect on blood sugar, and it also lowers the body\u2019s insulin resistance, so it is also ideal for those people who are pre-diabetic.<\/p>\n

Cinnamon tea<\/a> is one of the great ways to use cinnamon for diabetes. You can simply use a cinnamon stick<\/a> or Cinnamon Powder<\/a> to your herbal tea<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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2.\u00a0Cinnamon for Digestive Discomfort<\/h3>\n

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Cinnamon has digestive, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties. It is also used to alleviate gastrointestinal problems. Cinnamon bark oil was actively used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine for treating flatulence and digestive imbalances. Cinnamon increases the blood flow and also improves blood oxygen levels to help fighting digestive discomforts. In this case, Cinnamon can be consumed in the form of a hot drink (like tea).<\/p>\n

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3. Cinnamon for weight loss<\/h3>\n

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Since healthy diet and daily exercise leads to weight loss and maintenance, Cinnamon is also beneficial for the same. You can decrease your blood sugar level (which is important for losing weight) by consuming cinnamon in any of its forms.<\/p>\n

Cinnamon also controls the insulin level that increases the metabolism. The high metabolism level will be able to store healthy carbohydrates for energy without turning them into fat.<\/p>\n

Cinnamon is also used to make detox drinks<\/strong> because of its natural appetite suppression qualities.<\/p>\n

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4. Cinnamon has beneficial effects on neurodegenerative diseases<\/h3>\n

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The consecutive loss of the function or structure of brain cells leads to neurodegenerative diseases. Alzheimers <\/strong>and Parkinson\u2019s<\/strong> disease are two of the most common types of neurodegenerative diseases. Cinnamon can help defend the brain against these two neurological disorders. It activates the neuroprotective proteins which are helpful in protecting brain cells from mutation and undergoing damage. It also reduces the adverse effect of oxidative stress by controlling cells from morphing and self-destructing.<\/p>\n

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5. Cinnamon may help lower cancer risk<\/h3>\n

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Cinnamon has antioxidant abilities that can protect against cell mutation, DNA damage, and cancerous tumor growth. According to studies, the health benefits of cinnamon come from a compound called Cinnamaldehyde which can restrain cancer tumor growth, protects DNA from damage, and also encouraging cancerous cells to self-destruct.<\/p>\n

Cinnamon oil<\/a> may be effective in treating melanoma, leukemia, gastric cancers, lymphoma, and various tumors.<\/p>\n

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6.\u00a0Cinnamon prevents the heart disease<\/h3>\n

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Cinnamon also prevents the heart disease and maintains the cardiovascular health. It reduces several most of the common risk factors for heart disease including high blood pressure, high triglyceride levels, and high cholesterol levels which are responsible for causing heart stroke or heart disease.<\/p>\n

Cinnamon also increases the blood circulation and advances bodily tissue\u2019s ability to repair itself after it is damaged. This includes the heart tissue which is in need of regeneration to fight heart attacks, heart disease, and stroke.<\/p>\n

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7.\u00a0Cinnamon protects the dental health and freshens breath naturally<\/h3>\n

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Cinnamon is rich in anti-bacterial properties and helps you keep your mouth free from harmful bacteria that may damage your teeth. Cinnamon is effectively protective against bacteria that could cause tooth decay, bad breaths, cavities, and mouth infections.<\/p>\n

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8.\u00a0Cinnamon for healthy skin<\/h3>\n

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Cinnamon is also very useful to make your skin healthy and nourished. It promotes the collagen production that can make your skin appear younger and firmer. Cinnamon with having antibacterial properties is also becoming the fast favorite for treating acne, eczema, and even can be used to make the facial scrub.<\/p>\n

Cinnamon and honey<\/a>, the combination of these two antimicrobial ingredients, also used to boost skin health.<\/p>\n

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9.\u00a0Cinnamon for HIV treatment<\/h3>\n

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Cinnamon is also used for treating HIV. It can block type-1 HIV from infecting cells in the body and thus prevent HIV from developing into AIDS.<\/p>\n

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10.\u00a0Cinnamon for treating Arthritis<\/h3>\n

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Severe inflammation of the joints causing rigorous pain, redness, and reduced motion is termed as Arthritis. If you are seeking the more natural approach to treat arthritis, Cinnamon is the best way to go. Because of its natural anti-inflammatory properties, Cinnamon has been used an all natural relief from arthritis pain. Cinnamon not only eases the inflammation and reduces pain, but also slows down the aging process of cells that could lead to painful inflammations.<\/p>\n

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