(Natural News) Other than being a popular cooking and baking ingredient, cinnamon has been known for its medicinal properties for thousands of years. The distinct smell and flavor of cinnamon are from its oils, which are high in cinnamaldehyde – the compound responsible for the spice’s powerful effects on health and metabolism. High in antioxidants […]

(Natural News) Cinnamon is known to have medicinal properties and has been widely used for the treatment and prevention of certain diseases and ailments. This traditional medicine is effective for managing blood sugar, relieving digestive discomfort, reducing blood pressure and more. There are two types of cinnamon: Ceylon cinnamon and Chinese cinnamon. Ceylon cinnamon, also called true cinnamon, is rich in […]

(Natural News) Cinnamon is used as an ingredient for many kinds of products, from lattes to pastries like cinnamon rolls. But did you know that not all types of cinnamon offer the same health benefits? Several studies have looked into the potential benefits of two kinds of cinnamon: Ceylon cinnamon and cassia cinnamon. Ceylon cinnamon […]

(Natural News) Cinnamon is a well-known spice used to flavor savory and sweet foods. It is also widely used as a traditional medicine. Two varieties of cinnamon are used for these purposes, cinnamon cassia (Cinnamomum cassia) and ceylon cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum). Although the former is the more common of the two, the latter is scientifically […]

(Natural News) Researchers from India examined the effects of Cinnamomum zeylanicum (ceylon cinnamon) bark extracts on adiposity, insulin sensitivity and cardiometabolic markers. Their findings were published in the International journal of Green Pharmacy. Studies suggest that a high fructose (HFr) diet may be responsible for the development of insulin resistance (IR). To determine if C. zeylanicum bark extracts can ameliorate HFr […]

(Natural News) Honey and cinnamon are known superfoods that confer various health benefits. While pure, organic honey is best-known for its antimicrobial, immune-enhancing, and healing properties, cinnamon is highly valued for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, among others. But here’s something else these two can do: When consumed together, honey and cinnamon can help people lose weight. […]

(Natural News) Cinnamon is a sweet-smelling spice that evokes warmth and comfort, especially during the holidays. But did you know that this aromatic superfood also offers several evidence-backed health benefits? Where does cinnamon come from? Cinnamon is a spice that comes from the inner bark of trees that belong to the genus Cinnamomum. In ancient […]

(Natural News) Consuming cinnamon is a delicious way to improve your blood pressure. A study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine looked at the health benefits and safety of the cinnamon variety Cinnamomum zeylanicum (commonly referred to as Ceylon cinnamon). The study was conducted as a phase I clinical trial by a team […]

(Natural News) Researchers at the University of Colombo and the Industrial Technology Institute in Sri Lanka confirmed that Cinnamomum zeylanicum (commonly referred to as Ceylon cinnamon) can be used to treat various diseases. The study, published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, provides scientific support for its use a treatment for many ailments. […]