Cinnamomum zeylanicum is a small tropical
evergreen tree that grows up to 20 - 30 feet tall, with aromatic bark and
leaves. The tree is said to originate from Sri Lanka, near India. Historically,
cinnamon was mentioned in the Bible. Moses used it as an ingredient for his
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Cinnamon powder which is actually the grinded dried bark of the
tree provides the following health benefits
LOWER CHOLESTEROL: Studies have
shown that just 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon per day can lower low-density
lipoprotein - LDL (bad cholesterol) which the body does not need much because
of its association with heart related diseases. Expert groups define the levels
of LDL cholesterol as follows:
- An LDL of less than 100 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) is optimal.
- An LDL of 100 to 129 mg/dL is near-optimal.
- LDL between 130 and 159 mg/dL is borderline high.
- LDL cholesterol between 160 and 189 mg/dL is high.
- An LDL of 190 mg/dL or more is very high.
BLOOD SUGAR REGULATION: Several
studies suggest that cinnamon may have a regulatory effect on blood sugar,
making it especially beneficial for people with Type 2 diabetes.
YEAST INFECTION HELP: In some
studies, cinnamon has shown an amazing ability to stop medication-resistant
yeast infections.
LOWER HIGH
BLOOD PRESSURE: Cinnamon is said to lower high blood pressure. However,
patients already on medication must see their doctor first.
CANCER PREVENTION: In a study
published by researchers at the U.S. Department of Agriculture in Maryland,
cinnamon reduced the proliferation of leukemia and lymphoma cancer cells.
ANTI-CLOTTING: Cinnamon has an
anti-clotting effect on the blood.
ARTHRITIS
RELIEF: In a study at Copenhagen University, patients given half a
teaspoon of cinnamon powder combined with one tablespoon of honey every morning
before breakfast had significant relief in arthritis pain after one week and
could walk without pain within one month.
ANTI-BACTERIAL: When added to
food, cinnamon inhibits bacterial growth and food spoilage, making it a natural
food preservative.
BRAIN HEALTH: One study found
that smelling cinnamon boosts cognitive function and memory.
ESCHERICHIA COLI FIGHTER:
Researchers at Kansas State University found that cinnamon fights the E. coli
bacteria in unpasteurized juices.
HEADACHES
AND MIGRAINE RELIEF: Cinnamon has been found to be an effective natural
remedy for eliminating headaches and migraine relief.
Nutritional Fact Sheet of Cinnamon
NUTRIENTS
|
FACT in (%)
|
Cholesterol 0 mg
|
0
|
Sodium 10 mg
|
0
|
Potassium 431 mg
|
12
|
Dietary fiber 53 g
|
211
|
Protein 4 g
|
8
|
Calcium
|
100
|
Iron
|
46
|
Vitamin A
|
5
|
Vitamin C
|
6
|
Vitamin B6
|
10
|
Vitamin B12
|
0
|