Cinnamon
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Also known as
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Ceylon cinnamon
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Saigon cinnamon
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Cassia
Uses
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Infusion of powdered herb
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Sprinkle on cuts and scrapes for treatment
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For infection prevention
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Pain relief
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Natural healing properties are incredible
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Remedy for
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Vomiting
- Rheumatism
- Coughs
- Colds
- Fevers
- Digestion
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It has a warming effect
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Cultivation - tropical regions
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Inner bark is used
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Three ways
- Extract
- Sticks
- Powder form
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Large doses can be toxic
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It is also used as a essential oil
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Combined with ginger used to treat circulatory and digestive problems
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Has antiviral and antiseptic activities assists in fighting infections
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Type 2 diabetes (insulin resistance) mainly associated with obesity can be obtained through a virus. Cinnamon a saviour for individuals with type 2 diabetes
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It produces insulin
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Ideal for nosebleeds - used to stop bleeding
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Relieves pain
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Tonifies tissues
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Apply 1 to 2 drops of tincture on a cotton pad place on the bleeding area within nose
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Has afrodesiac qualities
Studies shown
- 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon per day can lower LDL cholesterol.
- Cinnamon may have a regulatory effect on blood sugar, beneficial for Type 2 diabetes
- Cinnamon has ability to stop medication-resistant yeast infections.
- Cinnamon reduces the proliferation of leukaemia and lymphoma cancer cells.
- Anti-clotting effect on the blood.
- Relief of arthritis after a week of taking half a teaspoon of cinnamon powder combined with one tablespoon of honey every morning before breakfast, could walk without pain within one month.
- Adding to food, it inhibits bacterial growth and food spoilage
- It is a natural food preservative.
- Smelling cinnamon boosts cognitive function and memory.
- Cinnamon fights the E. coli bacteria in unpasteurized juices.
- Great source of manganese, fibre, iron, and calcium.
Warnings
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when placed on the skin may cause
- Redness
- Burning
