Cinnamon
Cinnamon is a spice and aromatic that comes from cinnamon bark, which is harvested from a variety of evergreen trees found primarily in tropical forests. It is a popular food flavoring and ingredient. In addition to its culinary uses, cinnamon is also used medicinally.
Health Benefits:
Blood sugar regulation
Cardiovascular health
Health Condition:
Diabetes
Cardiovascular Disease
Method of Use:
Infusion
Topical Application
Ingest
Alternative Names:
Cinnamomum verum | Cinnamomum spp | Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume
Cultural Narrative
One community member described using cinnamon to support diabetes wellness. Another community member described how several of her family members make a cinnamon tea to help with blood sugar regulation.
Cinnamon has been used for its anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, anti-microbial, and antioxidant properties. The cinnamon bark can be used in infusion as an anti-inflammatory that enhances the immune system. It has been found to assist with blood sugar regulation, cardiovascular health, as well as with inflammation. Some of the other uses include fighting infections and reducing pain.
Content here is for informational purposes only. As with all medicines, please consult with your physician before use.