What Are The Health Benefits Of Cinnamon?

Cinnamon's history as a spice and a medicine is ancient.  Its ingestion stimulates insulin receptors and assists the body to process glucose.  Therefore, including cinnamon in the diet can be beneficial for those with adult-onset diabetes.  

An anti-inflammatory, cinnamon reduces the effect of minor aches and pains while lowering cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the body.

Essential oil of cinnamon inhibits the growth of bacteria and fungi, and the scent of this exotic spice has the effect of enhancing cognitive abilities, including memory, attention, and hand-eye coordination.  

Another tasty titbit about cinnamon:  Studies show that the scent of cinnamon has an aphrodisiacal effect on the moods of many men!

Cinnamon has been known to have anti-clogging abilities, and anti-microbial activities. It may also help significantly in people with type 2 diabetes. Therefore helping normalize blood sugar levels. Cinnamon's scent is also said to boost brain function. Cinnamon is an excellent source of the mineral manganese, dietary fiber, iron, and calcium which improve colon health and protection against heart disease. As little as half a teaspoon has been known to attribute cinnamon to these health benefits, But for those who would rather not have to eat it, pill form is now available