Cinnamon also called as ‘Dalchini’ in Hindi is a sweet, aromatic plant-derived food ingredient used as one of the spices. Out of many other benefits of cinnamon, with persistent consumption of a natural ingredient like Cinnamon, the body experiences array of benefits and healthy changes.

Here come some benefits of Cinnamon consumption:

1. Cinnamon has also been traditionally used as tooth powder and to treat toothaches, dental problems and bad breath. So, basically it’s highly recommended for maintaining oral hygiene.
2. Cinnamon plays a vital role as a spice, but its essential oils and other constituents also have important benefits as antimicrobial, antifungal, antioxidant and anti-diabetic food ingredient.
3. Cinnamon has extraordinary properties that can help keep sugar cravings at bay. A mere half a teaspoon of cinnamon per day has been shown to be very effective at normalizing blood sugar levels and reducing food cravings. The main active ingredient in cinnamon is called hydroxychalcone, which is thought to enhance the effect of insulin. Cinnamon also appears to prevent post-meal blood sugar spikes by slowing the gastric emptying rate (GER), which means that the food remains in the stomach longer.
4. Hence, cinnamon works to reduce weight by encouraging fat-burning, increasing metabolism of the body and by managing food cravings.
5. Cinnamaldehyde is a major substance in cinnamon and coined as “insulin-potentiating factor” (IPF). Hence, it also has a function as an anti-diabetic agent.
6. Honey works great for enhancing memory. When taken with cinnamon, it increases mental alertness and improves memory.
7. Cinnamon is a good coagulant and prevents bleeding.
8. Cinnamon is plant that is useful in treatment of bronchitis, asthma, provides immunity against cold and fever.
9. Bladder infections: Honey and cinnamon drink is a super anti-bacterial solution for treating bladder infections and bacterial cystitis. The anti-microbial and healing properties of both the ingredients work great to clean the bladder off all the infections.
10. Bloating, Gas and Acid Reflux: It helps protect the stomach wall by cleaning the system of bad bacteria; it helps to heal any infection thereby helping to treat symptoms of bloating, gas and acid reflux. It provides relief in gastric and digestive problems and also helps during diarrhea.
11. For arthritis cinnamon is provides much relief.  A study was conducted in Copenhagen University in which patients were given honey and cinnamon for treating arthritis. After a week time, it was found that 73 out of 200 patients were relieved of their symptoms. After a month trial, almost all patients were able to walk and work.
12. Cinnamon is also proven to be an aphrodisiac (foods that help boost sexual desires). Try it and see the difference! Add one teaspoon of the cinnamon powder in hot water as mentioned above. Leave it for 5- 10 minutes to cool down. Add one tablespoon of organic honey. Drink half of it before breakfast and the remaining half before going to bed. (32)

Note: However cinnamon consumption is purely naturopathy based practice, if anyone is on medication prescription, please check up with your concerned Doctor before starting Cinnamon consumption as a practice. One can freely try Cinnamon in their routine if the person is free from medication.

How to consume:

• Cinnamon in form of whole pieces is easily available in local markets.
• Place these cinnamon pieces in grinder and crush them to fine powder.
• Store in an air tight glass container at room temperature. This powdered cinnamon can be easily stored freshly for 1 year if prepared in large amount, but to enjoy its freshness, prepare the powder sufficient for few weeks.
• Boil the water for 2 minutes. Switch off the stove and add approximately 5 grams (or 1 teaspoon) of cinnamon powder in water. You can use the measuring spoon for taking cinnamon powder. Close the vessel with a lid and allow it to settle for 5-10 minutes.
• Add 1 tablespoon of honey and lemon juice as per your taste, stir the water and strain it with strainer.
• Sit back and enjoy the warm and sweet cinnamon flavor.

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