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Description
Latin Name : Cinnamomum Verum
Origin Country: Sri Lanka
Ceylon Cinnamon is considered by many to be “true” cinnamon and originates specifically from the tree known as cinnamomum zeylanicum. Cassia is considered more spicy in taste while Ceylon cinnamon is lighter with a mild aroma, softer in texture and sweeter, due to the high content of essential oils. It is typically more expensive and difficult to find than the cassia cinnamon varieties.
– Cholesterol : Cinnamon, even in relatively low quantities, is believed to lower a person’s LDL bad cholesterol and thus improve the person’s cholesterol ratio and overall cardiac health.
– Inflammation: Ceylon cinnamon may have anti-inflammatory properties. As arthritis is a common ailment involving inflammatory pain, cinnamon has been suggested as a potential treatment for arthritis.
– Diabetes: Cinnamon may help regulate blood sugar. Some researchers have investigated the effects of using cinnamon as a treatment for type 2 diabetes, otherwise known as adult-onset diabetes
– Cinnamon tea is often touted to help with weight loss, and several studies have linked cinnamon intake to fat loss or reductions in waist circumference.
– Cinnamon tea may help make some menstrual symptoms, such as premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and dysmenorrhea.
For diabetes: 120 mg to 6 grams taken daily for up to 4 months for type 2 diabetes.
Add 1 teaspoon (2.6 grams) of ground cinnamon to 1 cup (235 ml) of boiled water and stir. You can also make cinnamon tea by steeping a cinnamon stick in boiling water for 10–15 minutes.
Ceylon Cinnamon can be used to flavor foods and beverages. Although it is often used to flavor sweet foods, cassia can also lend warmth and flavor to savory meat and curry dishes.
Cinnamon usually causes no side effects. Heavy use of cinnamon may irritate the mouth and lips, causing sores. In some people, it can cause an allergic reaction. Applied to the skin, it might cause redness and irritation.
In any case you should consult with your healthcare doctor before using cinnamon especially if you’re taking other medications or having health problems.
Additional information
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Quantity | 50g, 100g, 200g |