Cinnamon is a common ingredient in many of the sweet treats that surround us every day, but do you know its health benefits? Are you aware of how cinnamon can benefit you along with providing a great flavor? I love it! I literally incorporate it into almost every breakfast or sweet treat I eat. Keep reading to learn why cinnamon should be a daily sprinkle on your food too!
- Cinnamon may aid in metabolism. Cinnamon like to rev up the body’s blood flow and metabolism, so adding it to your foods may help you greatly!
- High in antioxidants. Cinnamon may aid in preventing the body from damage. This damage can come in the form of oxidative damage or free radicals.
- Fights inflammation. Cinnamon may aid in repairing damage in your tissue and long-term inflammation in the body.
- Prevention of Heart disease: It is possible that cinnamon helps blood markers of those with type 2 diabetes. It may aid in reducing blood pressure.
- Controls Insulin. Cinnamon may aid in the transport of blood sugar from the bloodstream to cells. It can lower insulin resistance.
- Fights Bacterial and Fungal Infections: Cinnamon can inhibit the growth of many forms of bacteria and fungi.
Ways to incorporate cinnamon:
- Add it to your tea.
- Apples, as well as other fruits, go well with cinnamon
- Add it to your favorite granola recipe
- Combine it with oatmeal
- Anytime you bake, sprinkle it in for the sugar balance
- Delicious on sweet potatoes or butternut squash
