2024-04-04 15:06:23
By Simon Flückiger/April 4, 2024/ 22 Views
Dear friend, dear friend,
In the past, cinnamon was considered a precious commodity. It was offered to monarchs or gods. (1)
In Europe, it has been known since Antiquity.
It was used in the Middle Ages and is one of the remedies of Saint Hildegard of Bingen. (2)
Here is what the famous Abbess of the 11th century said:
“Cinnamon is very warm and has powerful properties. If your head is heavy and heavy, if you have difficulty inhaling or exhaling, you reduce cinnamon to powder which you mix in the breadcrumbs or you put cinnamon powder in your hand to lick it: this dissolves the bad moods that block the head.” (2)
Likewise, cinnamon is used in Ayurvedic medicine and Chinese medicine. (3.4)
However, the cinnamons used differ slightly.
A therapeutic bark
There is in fact a so-called Ceylon cinnamon or Cinnamomum Zeylanicum (or Verum) and a Chinese cinnamon or Cinnamomum cassia. (3,4,5)
They come from a tree: the cinnamon tree, of which there are more than 100 species. That of Ceylon would be the original species. (4)
When powdered, these two cinnamons are indistinguishable.
On the other hand, if you look at sticks of both kinds, you will see that Ceylon cinnamon has several thin layers that are easy to grind into powder using a spice grinder.
Chinese cinnamon only has one thicker layer.
These sticks are cinnamon bark from which the cork has been removed. (5)
The cinnamon tree is a tree that grows up to ten meters. Its bark is green on the outside and red on the inside. (3)
A plant that treats the stomach and urinary infections
If you go to a Chinese herbalist, he will give you Cinnamomum cassia. (4)
He will tell you that Chinese cinnamon can be recommended for abdominal pain, diarrhea, lack of appetite and feeling cold. (4)
He will add that this digestive plant inhibits ulcers, increases digestive enzymes and promotes bile secretion.
In short, all functions of the digestive system benefit. (4)
But he will add that Chinese cinnamon strengthens your heart muscle and that it also has antibacterial, antifungal and antispasmodic properties. (4)
And if you go to an Ayurvedic medicine practitioner, they will recommend Ceylon cinnamon and you will find that its properties are quite similar.
Cinnamomum zeylanicum is recommended to calm spasms, soothe digestive disorders, tone the body and fight type II diabetes. (3)
Furthermore, today’s science has confirmed these exceptional properties of cinnamon. (3,4,5,6)
And in both cases, we can recommend that you consume cinnamon once morest colds and winter infections since this plant is antiviral.
Which cinnamon should you choose to spice up your dishes?
Even though they are very close, Ceylon cinnamon is reputed to be more refined than that of China.
In general, it is used in cooking.
In Europe, it is best known as an accompaniment to desserts. But did you know that cinnamon is also excellent with savory dishes? (8)
For example, it is used in Berber tagine whether Moroccan or Algerian or elsewhere. (9)
This slow-cooked dish combines meat such as lamb, chicken or beef with vegetables such as carrots, tomatoes, zucchini, onions, green, black or purple olives, potatoes, eggplant, rutabaga, etc. (9)
Basically, the tagine is quite free.
It takes its name from the earthenware dish that allows it to be simmered. (9)
Every family has its own recipe. And everyone adds spices, especially cinnamon. (9)
Likewise, you can put a little cinnamon in your soups, pies, and vegetable preparations. (8)
Cinnamon can be combined with fish or white meats. She notices the taste. (8)
You can also put a little in your hot drinks like coffee, tea or herbal teas.
Finally, if you want to directly benefit from its active ingredients, do not hesitate to consume cinnamon as an infusion.
To do this, simply crush a cinnamon stick, take a teaspoon for a boiling cup to drink following meals. (3)
What regarding cinnamon essential oil?
Cinnamon contains many active ingredients such as cinnamaldehyde or eugenol which are found concentrated in its essential oil. (3)
So this makes it a powerful remedy that can be effective. (10)
On the other hand, it must be handled with caution because it strips. (10)
It is considered dermocaustic which means that it damages the skin in its pure state.
Also be wary of allergies. Cinnamon doesn’t work for everyone. (9)
Before using it as an essential oil, it may be a good idea to check that you tolerate cinnamon well. (9)
It is, in any case, not recommended for pregnant women or children.
It can also be toxic to the liver.
And that’s why, if you want to take cinnamon for prevention, or even to accompany a cold or difficult digestion, the best is to take an herbal tea or a glass of water with a little cinnamon powder or even some cinnamon. combine with your favorite dishes!
A priori, both cinnamons are beneficial, it remains to be seen which one will suit you best.
Only your body can tell you.
Naturally yours,
Augustine of Livois
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