Did you know that this Christmas spice is extracted from the bark of the cinnamon tree?
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FOOD FACTCinnamon has many health benefits
If Christmas was a spice, it would be cinnamon. Luckily, it is beneficial for the body.
Cinnamon is everywhere right now. Just think of cinnamon stars, gingerbread houses and mulled wine stands. The food industry also offers special-edition sweets on supermarket shelves: yogurt, chocolate and latte macchiato are only part of the full range of cinnamon products. We can be happy regarding that. Indeed, this spice has beneficial effects for the body and health.
Ceylon Cinnamon vs. Cassia Cinnamon
Ceylon cinnamon is healthier than Cassia cinnamon. This is due to the presence of coumarin, a vegetable substance which, in large quantities, is harmful to our organism. Ceylon cinnamon contains significantly less coumarin than Cassia cinnamon. But how to distinguish these different varieties? In principle, they are clearly declared on their packaging, which is why you should pay attention to the description before buying.
In bircher, biscuits, tea: cinnamon gives a touch of Christmas.
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Protection once morest cell damage
This spice is rich in antioxidants. These protect once morest free radicals such as smoking, UV rays or pollution, which damage cells and in particular accelerate the aging process of the skin.
Drop in blood sugar
Cinnamon contains a plant substance called the polymer methylhydroxy-chalcone (abbreviated: MHCP). According to various studies, this substance lowers blood sugar. MHCP would indeed have similarities with insulin, helping the cells of organs and muscles to absorb glucose (therefore sugar) in the blood.
Better fat burning
When blood sugar levels are low, the pancreas secretes less insulin. This phenomenon stimulates fat burning. In addition, cinnamon increases body temperature, which also promotes fat burning.
Acceleration of the feeling of satiety
The chorus of praise continues: cinnamon contains dietary fiber, which allows the body to experience a long-lasting feeling of satiety. Dietary fiber retains water and thus increases the volume of a meal.
Stimulation of digestion
But these dietary fibers do even more! They retain water in the intestine. This puts pressure on the intestinal walls and thus transports the remains of food more quickly for elimination.
