Saturday, November 7, 2009

Cinnamon


Cinnamon is a relatively common spice that adds a delicious aroma to just about anything, sweet or savory. Did you know there are some amazing health benefits in cinnamon? Studies have shown that there is evidence cinnamon is good for us in the following ways:

1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon a day can lower LDL cholesterol.
The smell can boost memory and cognitive function.
Cinnamon can help regulate the blood sugar — beneficial for people with type 2 diabetes.
Cinnamon can stop medication-resistant yeast infections.
Cinnamon can lessen the growth of leukemia and lyphoma cancer cells.
It can be an anti-clotting agent for the blood.
It is a great source of iron, manganese, fiber and calcium.
It can reduce arthritis pain when taken with honey.

http://www.healthyfoodjournal.com/index.php/page/3/

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