Who doesn't love a sprinkle of cinnamon, on a nice slice of strudel or apple pie, take a hit! The sweet and pungent taste of this fragrant spice native to Southeast Asia is not the only reason to love it. In addition to giving that extra touch to cakes, cookies, fruit and drinks, cinnamon also offers multiple benefits for our health. In fact, in traditional Chinese medicine, cinnamon is used to fight colds, nausea, intestinal viruses and menstrual pain, as well as being a good source of manganese, iron and calcium.
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Who doesn't love a sprinkling of cinnamon, on a nice slice of strudel or apple pie, tap it! The sweet and pungent taste of this fragrant spice native to Southeast Asia is not the only reason to love it. In addition to giving that extra touch to cakes, cookies, fruit and drinks, cinnamon also offers multiple benefits for our health. In fact in traditional Chinese medicine, cinnamon is used for cbattling colds, nausea, intestinal viruses and menstrual painsas well as being a good source of manganese, iron and calcium.
So let's see specifically what the 10 good reasons to add food to our diet, this precious spice.
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Regulates blood sugars
According to a study published by the medical journal Diabetes Care, it has been shown, through tests carried out on subjects with type 2 diabetes who had been given a daily dose of 6g of cinnamon, that this reduces blood sugar, triglycerides and LDL cholesterol, or bad cholesterol.
Natural antibacterial
Ha antibacterial and anti-fungal properties enough to inhibit the growth of bacteria and fungi such as Candida or those responsible for outbreaks of food-borne diseases such as the bacterium Helicobacter Pylori, which silently insinuates itself into the stomach causing nausea and severe heartburn.
Reduces pain caused by arthritis
In a study conducted at the University of Copenhagen, patients who were given half a teaspoon of cinnamon powder combined with a tablespoon of honeyThey had experienced arthritis pain relief every morning before breakfast, so much so that they could walk, after a week, without feeling any discomfort.
It prevents cancer
It can reduce the proliferation of cancer cells, according to research conducted at the University of Texas, published in the journal Nutrition and Cancer. A good prospect therefore for the prevention of cancer and especially for those suffering from this disease.
Promotes the intestine
It is a good source of fiber, calcium, iron and manganese.Since cinnamon is rich in dietary fiber, it can provide relief from constipation.
Relieves menstrual pains
For menstrual pain, when you need it, try dissolving a teaspoon of cinnamon in a cup of hot relaxing herbal tea.
It is an ally to fight infertility
This miraculous spice in fact contains a natural substance called cinnamaldehyde, which according to several studies appears to increase the hormone progesterone and decrease the production of testosterone in women, helping to balance hormones.
Improve your memory
According to some researches, the aroma and flavor of cinnamon act as a cognitive stimulant, improving memory. Precisely for this reason it would seem an excellent natural remedy against various neurodegenerative diseases, including: Alzheimer's disease.
Natural remedy for sore throat
How there suggests one of our readers, cinnamon is an excellent remedy for a sore throat: just boil the amount of water in a cup and dissolve in it 2 tablespoons of honey, 2/3 of ground cinnamon (or a lot of grated cinnamon, if you have the one in pieces) and a handful of pepper. Bring everything to a boil and drink as if it were a good hot tea. The spicy scent clears all the respiratory tract in one minute and the antiseptic properties of cinnamon reduce inflammation of the throat
Ally in the kitchen
And to top it off, while not quite a health benefit, cinnamon is infinitely versatile: works with sweet and savory dishesIn fact, many curry recipes and other African dishes include this magical spice with ancient origins among the ingredients.
Gloria Mastrantonio
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