CINNAMON

            Cinnamon was used as an herbal medicine since biblical times. It was used mostly to heal common cold, stress, indigestion, stomach ulcers and arthritis.  

            This spice is an excellent source of vitamin A, pyridoxine, pantothenic acid, calcium, magnesium, manganese, zinc, iron, and potassium. Potassium helps control blood pressure, and heart rates. Cinnamon sticks are anticoagulant, prevent stroke and coronary artery diseases. 

            Laboratory studies have shown that cinnamon has antiseptic, antimicrobial, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, and antiflatulent. It also reduces blood glucose and cholesterol levels. 

            Cinnamon is considered the world's most powerful antioxidant spice as it is a very good source of flavonoid phenolic that has very strong antioxidant properties. The spice also contains an essential oil called eugenol that has local anesthetic and antiseptic properties employed in dental and gum treatments. Eugenol also reduces blood sugar levels. The principles compounds in this spice increase the gastrointestinal enzyme secretions helping the mobility of the intestinal tract.

           Cinnamon has anti-tumor abilities and could inhibit the progression of melanoma and cervical cells. The combination of cinnamon and honey is well known for the healing properties that could help cure many diseases including cancer.  

WARNING: Large amounts of cinnamon can cause difficulty breathing, depression, sleepiness, convulsions, gum swelling, inflammation of taste buds, mouth ulcers and dilate blood vessels.

 Those who are requiring surgery, are pregnant, breastfeeding or diabetic must avoid cinnamon. The presence of coumarin in Cassia cinnamon could interact with blood thinning medications  

MY USES 

I use cinnamon in powder to give sweet aroma and flavor to my daily coffee. 
I add 1 stick of cinnamon to my cup of tea or coffee.