Cinnamon
This spice, obtained from the bark of cinnamon trees, is mainly used as an aromatic condiment and flavoring in cuisines, sweet and savory dishes, breakfast cereals, snack products, tea and traditional foods. This product, which we generally use as powdered cinnamon, also has cinnamon stick/cinnamon bark options. Using cinnamon sticks is a practical option for making herbal teas and sweet syrups.
Benefits of Cinnamon
- Cinnamon is a good source of antioxidants. It is even richer in antioxidants than other powerful herbs and spices, including garlic, thyme and rosemary. It reduces the damage caused by free radicals and slows down the aging process.
- The antioxidants in cinnamon have an anti-inflammatory effect. This reduces risks such as heart disease, cancer, and weakened brain function. It may also be beneficial for pain as it reduces inflammation. Studies have shown that it reduces muscle pain, menstrual pain, and age-related pain.
- It reduces risk factors for the most common heart diseases, including high cholesterol levels, high triglyceride levels and high blood pressure.
- It accelerates blood circulation and increases the self-renewal capacity of body tissue. In this way, it contributes to reducing the risks of heart diseases such as heart attack and stroke.
- It fights against cognitive decline and protects brain functions.
- It may help reduce the risk of cancer.
- It fights against infections and viruses. It is a natural antibiotic and antivirus.
- It protects dental health and freshens breath naturally.
- Fights against allergies.
- It eliminates the need to use sugar in dessert recipes. Thanks to this feature, it makes it easier to lose weight.
- It can be used as a natural food preservative.