10 UNIQUE BENEFITS OF CINNAMON ON THE BODY

It is common for many people to use cinnamon to flavor and flavor foods. But did you know that cinnamon has far greater health benefits to your body than you think?

There are 2 types of cinnamon in the world. Namely cassia cinnamon and Ceylon cinnamon. Of these, Ceylon or Sri Lankan cinnamon is the most in demand in the world. This Ceylon cinnamon is sold in foreign countries at very high prices and its medicinal value is much higher than that of cassia cinnamon.

In today’s article we bring you about the medicinal properties of cinnamon in Sri Lanka and its unique benefits to the body, especially if it is not Ceylon.

1. Controls stage 2 diabetes

Leading studies in the world have shown that cinnamon, especially in Sri Lanka, can be used to control type 2 diabetes. It lowers blood pressure and improves insulin production. Cinnamon contains special ingredients that increase the activity of insulin and help control blood sugar levels.

2. Lowers cholesterol levels in the body

Special experiments have shown that cinnamon lowers LDL or bad cholesterol levels, which can cause heart disease, and raises the level of HDL, or cholesterol, which is essential for the body’s survival. Cinnamon also inhibits the activity of enzymes needed to make cholesterol.

3. Prevents the formation of acne on the skin

Cinnamon prevents bacterial acne. Here’s how to make a face mask that prevents acne from forming. Mix 1 teaspoon of finely ground cinnamon and 3 teaspoons of honey and make a paste. Then apply the paste on the face for a month and leave it for 10 minutes and then wash off.

4. Prevents swelling that occurs inside the body

Cinnamon contains a compound called cinnamaldehyde, which gives it a deliciously sensual, delicate, flower-fruity scent. In addition, cinnamaldehyde inhibits inflammation in the body and prevents platelets from clotting. In addition, the anti-inflammatory properties of cinnamaldehyde reduce the risk of abnormal cell growth (cancer).

5. Keeps your mouth fresh
Cinnamon contains
cinnamaldehyde, a compound that removes harmful bacteria (which cause bad breath) and keeps your mouth fresh.

6. Cinnamon is a good antioxidant

Antioxidants are very important in reducing the stress on the body by oxidants. Therefore, cinnamon’s high antioxidant properties reduce the effect of oxidants on cells. It also reduces your risk of developing chronic diseases.

7. Helps to get flawless beautiful lips

Cinnamon has high antioxidant properties that increase blood flow to the blood vessels around the skin (around the lips). This will give your lips the right size and help them to have flawless beautiful lips. Here’s how to do it: Take about half a teaspoon of finely ground cinnamon and mix it with a little Vaseline or olive oil (coconut oil can also be used) and apply it on your lips and leave it for a few minutes.

8. Reduces aging / Maintains youth

As we age, our skin also ages, causing collagen production to gradually decrease and the skin’s elasticity or elasticity to decrease. But the unique ingredients in cinnamon make the protein needed to make collagen, which helps maintain the elasticity or elasticity of your skin.

9. Sanitizing hands, or disinfection, is important

Studies show that cinnamon oil has the ability to kill bacteria, such as Streptococcus, MRSA, Staphylococcus, and E. coli, which cause common infections.

10. Increases the speed of your hair growth

Some scientists say that cinnamon helps hair grow faster. This is done by speeding up the process of blood circulation in the blood vessels in the hair follicles.