[NEohioPAL] **Health Tip - Benefits of Cinnamon**

[Edward Niam]

10 Surprising Health Benefits of Cinnamon

1. Numerous studies show that cinnamon regulates blood sugar, making it a
great choice for diabetics and hypoglycemics alike.  That’s also great news
for anyone who wants stable energy levels and moods.

2. It reduces LDL cholesterol levels.  LDL is also known as the harmful
cholesterol.  Reducing it may help reduce the risk of cardiovascular
disease.

3. It has natural anti-infectious compounds.  In studies, cinnamon has been
effective against ulcer-causing H. pylori bacteria and other pathogens.

4. It reduces pain linked to arthritis.  Cinnamon has been shown in studies
at the Department of Internal Medicine, Kangnam Korean Hospital, to reduce
cytokines linked to arthritic pain.

5. Research at the University of Texas, published in the journal Nutrition
and Cancer, shows that cinnamon may reduce the proliferation of cancer
cells, holding promise for cancer prevention and sufferers of the disease.

6. It is a natural food preservative.

7. It contains fiber, calcium, iron, and manganese—albeit small amounts to
the typical dose of ground cinnamon.

8.  It’s been proven effective for menstrual pain and 9. infertility.
Cinnamon contains a natural chemical called cinnamaldehyde, which studies
show increases the hormone progesterone and decreases testosterone
production in women, helping to balance hormones.

10. Cinnamon holds promise for various neurodegenerative diseases,
including: Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis,
brain tumor, and meningitis, according to research at the Cytokine Research
Laboratory, Department of Experimental Therapeutics, The University of
Texas.  Their research shows that cinnamon reduces chronic inflammation
linked with these neurological disorders.

11.  Not a health benefit, but a great reason to love cinnamon, it’s
versatile.  It works with sweet and savory dishes alike.  Consider that many
curries and savory Moroccan dishes include cinnamon.  It’s not just for
apples anymore.


*Source - Care2.com


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