The Cinnamon Diet

One of the flavorful spices that enhances many foods is cinnamon. We find it in cakes, fruit salads, and more. The cinnamon we usually know as a powder is actually the bark of a tree, which undergoes a drying process and then is ground. This tree is ancient, and was even one of the ingredients of the incense in the Temple. It is also mentioned in the Song of Songs: "Spikenard and saffron, cane and cinnamon with all trees of frankincense; myrrh and aloes, with all the chief spices." What is less known is that this spice contains numerous qualities, and I would like to dedicate this article to them.

Firstly, I will mention that cinnamon has "warming energy," which makes it a delightful spice to start your chilly winter morning. It is recommended to add it to porridge for breakfast or simply drink it as a warming infusion on a cold morning. Moreover, researchers have discovered in recent years that regular use of cinnamon can prevent the onset of diabetes. Cinnamon enhances insulin cell response to sugar, thereby helping reduce blood sugar levels.

Therefore, they recommend consuming 1/4 to a teaspoon of cinnamon per day regularly. Studies have also found that cinnamon has the ability to cleanse the blood of toxins in various ways. Many people feel the need to eat sweets, cakes, and similar items after a meal. Here, another advantage of cinnamon arises: research shows that regular use of cinnamon reduces the feeling of hunger after a meal.

However, I wish to point out that the above information does not mean people can maintain their current habits, continue eating as usual, sit and avoid physical activity, merely because there is cinnamon as a solution. The answer is that this is not the case, and one must adhere to a proper and balanced diet, engage in regular physical activity, maintain a good mood, and only after all this, cinnamon can also help.