Cinnamon to Hack One’s Blood Sugar and Lower Inflammation

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Cinnamon is a popular spice all over the world that also happens to be very good for people. Cinnamon is probably best known for helping to stabilize blood sugar. In addition to this, cinnamon contains a host of anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and antioxidant compounds. People may use cinnamon now sprinkled on desserts and in their favorite latte, but is it the right kind to deliver optimal health benefits? There are two kinds of cinnamon available in the U.S., Ceylon and Cassia. Ceylon is the most pure form of cinnamon and is what people want to choose when purchasing the spice.

Key Takeaways:

  • Cinnamon contains antioxidants, anti-inflammatory properties and anti bacterial compounds
  • Cinnamaldehyde helps with insulin production and polyphenols help with glucose metabolism
  • Inflammatory cytokines can be down regulated by cinnamon while anti inflammatory proteins are increased

“Even if people don’t eat sugar often, cinnamon can help keep one’s blood sugar in check if they are tempted to enjoy an occasional sugary treat.”

Read more: https://blog.bulletproof.com/cinnamon-benefits-and-uses/