Rishikesh: Hot spices have their own special place in Indian cuisine. If used properly, they enhance the taste of every food. These spices are not only a storehouse of taste but also of health. Cinnamon is a special spice, which is used all over the world to enhance the taste and aroma of food. In ancient times, it was valued so much that it was also used as currency. The bark of the cinnamon tree is used as a spice. Cinnamon has been used for thousands of years as a medicinal treatment for fever, swelling, common cold and vomiting. It is easily available in any grocery store around the house. Cinnamon is used in the form of sticks, powder, tea and oil.
While speaking with Local 18, Dr. Rajkumar (D.U.M) of Kayakalp Herbal Clinic, located in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, said that cinnamon contains a special plant compound called polyphenols, which acts as a powerful antioxidant. Is. Antioxidants protect our body from the damage caused by free radicals, which increases the body’s immunity and slows down the aging process. Due to its medicinal properties it is also used in many herbal medicines, especially in China.
Consume up to 6 grams daily
Dr. Rajkumar (D.U.M) told that cinnamon is used to control blood sugar. It has been found in many researches that consuming cinnamon regularly can reduce blood sugar levels. It can also increase the sensitivity of insulin in the body, making it easier to control sugar. Apart from this, consumption of cinnamon has also been considered helpful in preventing heart disease, cancer, and reducing inflammation. If 2 to 6 grams of cinnamon is consumed daily, the brain becomes sharp. However, high dose of cinnamon can cause harm. Therefore, it is better to consume only 2 to 6 grams of it.
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FIRST PUBLISHED : November 9, 2024, 1:31 PM IST
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