Health Benefits of Ceylon Cinnamon

Cinnamon is a spice used by many different cultures as a seasoning for savory and sweet foods. There are different varieties of cinnamon. But Ceylon cinnamon is different from other varieties. It has a distinctive shape, lighter color, and delicate taste. It also has properties that contribute to many health benefits. Ceylon cinnamon is what we are going to be discussing in this video. Cinnamon is considered as an alternative treatment for diabetes. In one study, Ceylon cinnamon brought insulin levels in diabetic rats to close to normal levels. Other studies support the idea that Ceylon cinnamon is useful for diabetes treatment. Ceylon cinnamon helps stimulate insulin-like activity. It reduces insulin resistance in the body. This helps glucose metabolize in the liver, according to research. Ceylon cinnamon is a promising treatment for people looking for alternatives to synthetic insulin therapy. To use cinnamon as an insulin stabilizer, at least 120 milligrams (mg) per day are recommended by most experts. Ceylon cinnamon has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial effects. This means that Ceylon cinnamon can support your immune health. Ceylon cinnamon was part of a study that showed it enhanced antioxidant enzyme activity. This means it may help prevent or treat certain types of cancer. This is good news for people who are considering dietary supplements to prevent their cancer from growing. You shouldn’t experiment with cinnamon to treat your cancer without speaking to your oncologist first. All varieties of cinnamon contain cinnamic acid which contains anti-inflammatory effects. The anti-inflammatory property helps blood flow through the body and puts less strain on the heart. Research on Ceylon cinnamon dates to 1975. The research concluded that Ceylon cinnamon could help improve blood pressure. Weakening of the heart due to problems in the cardiovascular system often causes heart disease. Ceylon cinnamon supports cardiovascular function and contributes to healthy heart function. Ceylon Cinnamon appears to improve how the brain responds to insulin. Ceylon cinnamon may help control high blood glucose levels in the brain. Hyperglycemic episodes happen in people with diabetes. This can contribute to cognitive decline. The metabolic effect also makes Ceylon cinnamon useful in certain neurological conditions, like Alzheimer’s disease, researchers theorize. Studies show a connection between diabetes and Alzheimer’s support the idea that Ceylon cinnamon may help to stop the onset of Alzheimer’s. The National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) states cinnamon supplements should be safe for most people when properly dosed. Cassia cinnamon which is another type of cinnamon, contains coumarin which can be toxic to the liver if taken in large amounts or over a long time. Ceylon has a smaller amount of coumarin in it, which makes it safer.