Cinnamon was prized as much for its sweet, sharp, and sensuous fragrance as it was for its taste. Cinnamon is thought to have many medicinal and soothing properties, and is used frequently in Chinese herbal medicine. The distinctive smell and flavour of cinnamon comes from the essential oils contained in the bark, called cinnamaldehyde. Cinnamaldehyde displays antiviral, antibacterial and antifungal properties. Cinnamon is also a useful source of manganese and contains small amounts of calcium and fibre.
Health Benefits
- Improving fungal infections.
- Influencing blood sugar levels.
- Protecting against HIV.
- Lowering the effects of high fat meals.
- Reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease.
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