CINNAMON POWDER
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Cinnamon Is Loaded With Antioxidants
Cinnamon is loaded with powerful antioxidants, such as polyphenols. In a study that compared the antioxidant activity of 26 spices, cinnamon wound up as the clear winner, even outranking "superfoods" like garlic and oregano.
Cinnamon Has Anti-Inflammatory Properties
Inflammation can become a problem when it’s chronic and directed against your body's own tissues. Cinnamon may be useful in this regard. Studies show that this spice and its antioxidants have potent anti-inflammatory properties. The antioxidants in cinnamon have anti-inflammatory effects, which may help lower your risk of disease.
Cinnamon May Cut the Risk of Heart Disease
Cinnamon has been linked to a reduced risk of heart disease, the world's most common cause of premature death. It reduces levels of total cholesterol, “bad” LDL cholesterol and triglycerides, while “good” HDL cholesterol remains stable.
In animal studies, cinnamon has been shown to reduce blood pressure. When combined, all these factors may drastically cut your risk of heart disease. Cinnamon may improve some key risk factors for heart disease, including cholesterol, triglycerides and blood pressure.
Cinnamon Can Improve Sensitivity to the Hormone Insulin
Insulin is one of the key hormones that regulate metabolism and energy use. It’s also essential for transporting blood sugar from your bloodstream to your cells.
The problem is that many people are resistant to the effects of insulin. This is known as insulin resistance.
The good news is that cinnamon can dramatically reduce insulin resistance, helping this important hormone do its job. Apart from the beneficial effects on insulin resistance, cinnamon can lower blood sugar by several other mechanisms.
Numerous human studies have confirmed the anti-diabetic effects of cinnamon, showing that it can lower fasting blood sugar levels by 10–29%. The effective dose is typically 1–6 grams or around 0.5–2 teaspoons of cinnamon per day.
Cinnamon May Have Beneficial Effects on Neurodegenerative Diseases
Neurodegenerative diseases are characterized by progressive loss of the structure or function of brain cells. Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease are two of the most common types.
Two compounds found in cinnamon appear to inhibit the buildup of a protein called tau in the brain, which is one of the hallmarks of Alzheimer's.
In a study in mice with Parkinson's disease, cinnamon helped protect neurons, normalized neurotransmitter levels and improved motor function.
Cinnamon May Prevent Cancer
Overall, the evidence is limited to test-tube and animal studies, which suggest that cinnamon extracts may protect the cells from cellular damage. It acts by reducing the growth malignant cells and the formation of blood vessels in tumors and appears to be toxic to malignant cells, causing cell death.
Cinnamon is a potent activator of detoxifying enzymes in the colon, protecting against further malignant growth.
Cinnamon Helps Fight Bacterial and Fungal Infections
Cinnamaldehyde, one of the main active components of cinnamon, may help fight various kinds of infection. Cinnamon oil has been shown to effectively treat respiratory tract infections caused by fungi.
The antimicrobial effects of cinnamon may also help prevent tooth decay and reduce bad breath.