weight loss and Cinnamon

2 Comments on Cinnamon: Health Benefits, Nutrition, UsageCinnamon is a very famous, common, and affordable specie. It is used in a variety of dishes. Our PAKISTANI and INDIAN food is incomplete without this spice. Because of antioxidants, Cinnamon can help you lose weight along with other health benefits.

Cinnamon as a spice exists for over 5000 years. It is a part of our kitchen, it is also known for its high medicinal properties.  If we give the rank to the spices because of its antioxidants properties cinnamon is 1st in all herbs and spices. WHEN cinnamon is collected inner bark is collected and the woody parts are removed. The remaining matter is then dried and they are curled into Cinnamon rolls. Cinnamon is known to contain forty-one health and other beneficial compounds also known as protective health compounds. Cinnamon is highly important to fast our metabolism because it is heavily loaded with antioxidants. Cinnamon not only makes us healthy it enhances the food and recipes.

Ways to use

Cinnamon can be used in several ways. It is not only used in sweet things like Cinnamon rolls and pies, it is also an important part of our salty food. Cinnamon is a versatile spice. Some of the other ways to use it are that:-

*USE it in morning tea/coffee. Change the taste of your morning tea/coffee by adding a pinch of Cinnamon. You can also use Cinnamon in your shakes/smoothies to add some extra spice.

*Roasted it with raw nuts. you can also use Cinnamon with honey and raw nuts for a tasty delight. By adding a teaspoon of Cinnamon to the pancake batter you can give your pancake a new taste.

* Add a teaspoon of Cinnamon with peanut butter to enjoy it on bread in the morning as a healthy breakfast

*With oats or cereals mix a teaspoon of Cinnamon with morning hot or cold cereals or oats.

*By  Adding a bit of Cinnamon to your curry recipes to enjoy health benefits.

*Its use is compulsory in different kinds of meat  for flavoring it

CINNAMON FOR HEALTH;

1. Cinnamon Helps in Digestion it is excellent in IMPROVING up our digestive system. Because of its warm properties, it is best to boost the digestive system. It detoxes the digestive tract by improving absorption and supporting healthy blood sugar.
2. It Helps clear the Respiratory system Cinnamon’s warming properties help clear out the airways. It is combined with ginger and pepper to make herbal tea. It is also an important ingredient to help build up allergen resistance.
3.  It Helps in Healthy Circulation and Joints. Cinnamon helps prevent the digestive impurities from accumulating at the joints thus improving the overall health circulation and joints.

Health Benefits of Cinnamon

1. It helps in the treatment of diabetes. It reduces blood pressure and has a positive effect on blood markers for diabetes. Cinnamon can also reduce cholesterol
2.  Cinnamon is effective in reducing morbidity and mortality in metabolic syndrome including reducing blood pressure, glucose, and obesity. Cinnamon is also used as an appetite suppressant for those with sugar addition.
3. It Controls bad cholesterol which is very dangerous for our health and especially for our heart. Cinnamon is effective for those suffering from high cholesterol.
4.  Cinnamon is known to fight fungal, bacterial, and viral elements in food. It is also used extensively for the treatment of anything from lung problems to the common cold.
5. Help in managing many kinds of  viruses
6.  Cinnamon is known to control the hormones controlling hunger. Its antioxidants are known to detoxify and remove the bad effect of fatty food. It prevents the storage of high sugar, increases carbohydrate metabolism, and improves food processing.
7. It is known to clear out the airways and assist in controlling TB  and  Asthama.
8. It helps in many Simple allergies. Cinnamon has many properties which aid in the cure of the common cold and cough and simple allergies.
9. It is very helpful to reduce the pain of body cramps. It can also balance heavy menstrual bleeding.
10. It has Anti Cancer properties. Cinnamon extract slows the growth of cancer cells and induces cancerous cell death. Research has shown Cinnamon’s positive effect in treating lung and stomach cancer.t
11. The use of Cinnamon can reduce both systemic and specific inflammation.
12. In PCOD and PCOS the result after the use of cinnamon is very amazing.
13.  It has very good results to overcome unusual fatigue.
14. It helps to prevent depression

Dosage

According to the latest research 2.5 gm (1/2 teaspoon), Cinnamon for a person with a weight of 75 kg is ideal. But the best thing is that you should start with small portions of cinnamon and after some days you can increase the dose.

IN THE WINTER SEASON.

In WINTER SEASON the use of cinnamon is more useful in western countries because of the cold weather, it is used on regular bases.
Between major meals is the ideal time to use cinnamon for better digestion of food. It can be taken with honey or jaggery. It can also be taken as a bedtime drink with water/shakes or smoothies.

Side Effects

To start, Cinnamon should not take in big quantities. The people who have the following issues consult a physician before using Cinnamon.

*People who use blood-thinning medication
*People with high bold pressure
*After surgery
*Pregnant Women
*People with high acidity
*People with excessive heartburn issues
*People with liver issues
*Breastfeeding mothers

Cinnamon is full of nutrients and antioxidants and provides multiple health benefits. However, no single food or ingredient can help us achieve or maintain our fitness goals. So It is recommended to maintain a balanced and healthy diet, and stay active with as much physical activity as possible. The small number of changes in your daily life will give you a lifetime best result, so be active be healthy.