Top 7 Health Benefits Of Cinnamon

Wellness

oi-Anjana NS

By Anjana Ns

Tuesday, July 19, 2011, 17:03

Another important spice used almost everyday in Indian culinary is Cinnamon.Cinnamon is a highly aromatic spice has many medicinal properties which is still yet to be discovered by researches. Today, we shall take a look at the health benefits of Cinnamon. Sneak a peek.

Top 7 Health Benefits Of Cinnamon -

1. According to the studies conducted in many universities, just 1/2 a teaspoon of cinnamon can effectively reduce LDL cholesterol.
2. Cinnamon is proved beneficial in people with Type 2 diabetes. The spice regulates the blood sugar levels in the body.
3. It can prevent yeast infections that are even medically resistant. It is one of the best health benefits of cinnamon.
4. According to a journal by the U.S Department of Agriculture in Maryland, cinnamon is beneficiary for cancer cure. It helps in reducing the uneven division of cells. Specially the Leukemia and Lymphoma cancer cells.
5. Cinnamon also has an anti-clotting effect on the blood. It is a great source of iron, manganese, fiber and calcium.
6. Having a teaspoon of cinnamon with honey in empty stomach is said to reduce joint pains and improve memory.
7. Cinnamon acts like a natural preservative when added to food, kills different types of bacteria and germs in the food. It even fights with the E-coli bacteria present in fruit drinks.