Health Benefits of Cinnamon
what is that?
1/12
Cinnamon, made from the bark of the cinnamon tree, has long been used both as a spice and as a traditional medicine.As a supplement, it can be found in capsules, teas, and extracts. does not recommend it due to health concerns.Research suggests an interesting possibility, but there is still work to be done.
lower blood sugar
2/12
Some studies in adults with diabetes and animals have found that cinnamon may help lower blood sugar levels, but other studies have not shown similar results.Science People still don't know how cinnamon works, or how much to take and how long the results last.
boost metabolism
3/12
Lab research shows that cinnamon essential oil, called cinnamaldehyde, may target fat cells to burn more energy. This is exciting news for anyone trying to lose weight, but research is just beginning. It's a long way to go.
great skin
4/12
If you search the internet for ''cinnamon face mask,'' you'll find dozens of DIY recipes that claim to help with acne and redness. There is very little evidence to back this up – a small study specifically found that Ceylon cinnamon can fight the type of bacteria known to cause acne. It has been suggested that it may help make the skin look younger.
Help treat cancer
5/12
Studies using laboratory cultured animals and cells have shown that cinnamon has the ability to slow cancer growth and kill tumor cells. Well-conducted human studies are needed to know what role cinnamon plays in curing or preventing cancer.
Low blood pressure
6/12
Some studies suggest that taking cinnamon daily for 3 months can lower systolic blood pressure (maximum) by up to 5 points. Larger studies are needed to see how much to eat to get, how long the effects last, etc. I don't know if cinnamon would have the same effect if you didn't.
protect the brain
7/12
In the lab, cinnamon stopped the accumulation of brain proteins that are hallmarks of Alzheimer's disease. In another study, rats fed cinnamon performed better in a water maze used to test memory.Of course, we need to see if these results apply to humans.
reduce inflammation
8/12
Cinnamon was found to be the best anti-inflammatory agent in a recent lab study that looked at 115 foods. More research may support the use of cinnamon as a natural remedy for older adults to help.
lower cholesterol
9/12
In one small study, 60 adults who ate 1/4 teaspoon of her cinnamon daily for 40 days had lower LDL (''bad'') cholesterol. Other studies have found that consuming the same amount of cinnamon every day for up to 18 weeks lowers LDL and total cholesterol and raises HDL (“good”) cholesterol. However, it is premature to recommend cinnamon as a treatment for high cholesterol.
fight bacteria
10/12
Cinnamon can fight many types of bacteria that make people sick, including salmonella, E. coli, and staphylococci. It could possibly be used as a natural preservative in food and cosmetics.
get rid of yeast infections
11/12
Cinnamon appears to have the power to destroy Candida albicans, which is responsible for most vaginal yeast infections.At least it works in the lab. It is not clear how or if cinnamon can be used to prevent or treat yeast infections.
Regulating the menstrual cycle in PCOS
12/12
While taking 1.5 grams (½ teaspoon) of cinnamon daily for 6 months, women with polycystic ovary syndrome had a more regular period in a small but well-designed study. . However, their insulin resistance and androgen levels did not change.
1/12
Cinnamon, made from the bark of the cinnamon tree, has long been used both as a spice and as a traditional medicine.As a supplement, it can be found in capsules, teas, and extracts. does not recommend it due to health concerns.Research suggests an interesting possibility, but there is still work to be done.
lower blood sugar
2/12
Some studies in adults with diabetes and animals have found that cinnamon may help lower blood sugar levels, but other studies have not shown similar results.Science People still don't know how cinnamon works, or how much to take and how long the results last.
boost metabolism
3/12
Lab research shows that cinnamon essential oil, called cinnamaldehyde, may target fat cells to burn more energy. This is exciting news for anyone trying to lose weight, but research is just beginning. It's a long way to go.
great skin
4/12
If you search the internet for ''cinnamon face mask,'' you'll find dozens of DIY recipes that claim to help with acne and redness. There is very little evidence to back this up – a small study specifically found that Ceylon cinnamon can fight the type of bacteria known to cause acne. It has been suggested that it may help make the skin look younger.
Help treat cancer
5/12
Studies using laboratory cultured animals and cells have shown that cinnamon has the ability to slow cancer growth and kill tumor cells. Well-conducted human studies are needed to know what role cinnamon plays in curing or preventing cancer.
Low blood pressure
6/12
Some studies suggest that taking cinnamon daily for 3 months can lower systolic blood pressure (maximum) by up to 5 points. Larger studies are needed to see how much to eat to get, how long the effects last, etc. I don't know if cinnamon would have the same effect if you didn't.
protect the brain
7/12
In the lab, cinnamon stopped the accumulation of brain proteins that are hallmarks of Alzheimer's disease. In another study, rats fed cinnamon performed better in a water maze used to test memory.Of course, we need to see if these results apply to humans.
reduce inflammation
8/12
Cinnamon was found to be the best anti-inflammatory agent in a recent lab study that looked at 115 foods. More research may support the use of cinnamon as a natural remedy for older adults to help.
lower cholesterol
9/12
In one small study, 60 adults who ate 1/4 teaspoon of her cinnamon daily for 40 days had lower LDL (''bad'') cholesterol. Other studies have found that consuming the same amount of cinnamon every day for up to 18 weeks lowers LDL and total cholesterol and raises HDL (“good”) cholesterol. However, it is premature to recommend cinnamon as a treatment for high cholesterol.
fight bacteria
10/12
Cinnamon can fight many types of bacteria that make people sick, including salmonella, E. coli, and staphylococci. It could possibly be used as a natural preservative in food and cosmetics.
get rid of yeast infections
11/12
Cinnamon appears to have the power to destroy Candida albicans, which is responsible for most vaginal yeast infections.At least it works in the lab. It is not clear how or if cinnamon can be used to prevent or treat yeast infections.
Regulating the menstrual cycle in PCOS
12/12
While taking 1.5 grams (½ teaspoon) of cinnamon daily for 6 months, women with polycystic ovary syndrome had a more regular period in a small but well-designed study. . However, their insulin resistance and androgen levels did not change.
Dec 24,2022