While it’s quite a common ingredient, its massive health properties are lesser known so we thought we’d do a quick round-up of how it can help you become healthier from the inside out. Whether you choose to incorporate it in cooking, infuse its flavour and nutrients into a refreshing drink or brew it up as part of a tea blend, it can help your body in a myriad of ways. Here are just a few.
Encourages better brain functioning
Just like other herbs like mint and basil, cinnamon can help to wake up your brain and help to stimulate better memory and concentration. Studies have shown that cinnamon is especially powerful at helping you deal with cognitive tasks, so it’s a good one to turn to.
If you feel you need to be more alert, brew up a cup of The Tea Shelf's Organic Cinnamon Green Tea to invigorate your brain first thing in the morning or during that mid-afternoon slump.
Soothes respiratory issues
While there’s no cure for the common cold, there are a number of aids that can help to ease the symptoms and provide relief. Cinnamon is just one – but it can really help to pacify an itchy throat or unblock your sinuses thanks to antibacterial and antiviral properties.
Instead of the traditional lemon and honey, try hot black tea with a teaspoon of honey and stir it together with a cinnamon stick. Leave to infuse for a few minutes before drinking and you’ll soon feel the cinnamon working its magic.
Improves difficult digestion
Cinnamon contains eugenol which is a known anti-inflammatory. Studies have also shown it to be good at fighting bacterial infections, so if you’re struggling with a tummy upset it can help to calm intestinal spasms as well as attack infection.
To avoid bloating or gas, try incorporating it into your meals. Dust cinnamon powder over fruit salad, add to black tea, stir into porridge or even mix it with honey and spread it on toast. If you’re suffering from a GI attack, try creating an herbal infusion with hot water and sip it slowly to help relieve pain and sluggishness.
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