"Cinnamon" has a close relationship with humankind from the very
early stage. Ancient people used its aromatic, medicinal and
preservative elements for various uses. Early and late Biblical records
states that cinnamon has used for ointment preparation as well as
fragrance. It was clearly mentioned in the Bible under articles related
to "Mosses" as well as King Solomon's songs.
Ceylon cinnamon is a
major verity of cinnamon. This cinnamon is variety native to Sri Lanka,
It was considered as a main trade spice in history. During the regiments
of ancient Kings', the best cinnamon was selected and traditionally
trained workers only allowed involving in the peeling process. Even
today the best cinnamon peeling secrets and techniques was inhabited
from those generations and it is highly effecting for the quality of the
Sri Lankan Cinnamon among other countries.
Mainly cinnamon has
two verities depending on origin of the source. Both are from Lauraceae
botanical family. The most recognized and valued verity is "Ceylon
Cinnamon" - Cinnamomum verum / Cinnamomum zeylanicum (CZ). And the common and cousin verity is "Cinnamomum Cassia".
While Ceylon cinnamon is native to Sri Lanka, the cassia type is common
in many countries do to the productivity of several countries.
- Chinese Cassia - From China.
- Indonesian Cassia - Especially Java & Sumatra regions of Indonesia.
- Indian Cassia - North east part of India.
There are significant differences between these two
varieties. Medicinal properties, aroma, taste as well as appearance are
well recognizable if you know the characteristics of both varieties. If
it is formed of sticks, Ceylon cinnamon is much more fragile and
delicate while cassia is too hard and thick. Also cassia cinnamon is
dark reddish in colour and Ceylon cinnamon is light in colour. The
cassia type has a strong aroma and Ceylon cinnamon has a very sweet
taste and pleasant aroma.
Comparing with cassia verity, Ceylon
cinnamon has lots of medical elements which give a vast range of health
benefits. According to recent research, it has lots of nutrients like
Manganese, Calcium as well as Iron. Manganese is an essential nutrient
for a healthy digestive system and bones and treatment for premenstrual
complications.
Cinnamon has medicinal properties which can
increase the insulin level; same time is good news for insulin
resistance diabetic patients. In this case, Ceylon cinnamon plays a
major part as cassia type is resulting more health complications in the
human body from frequent use. Due to the low amount of Coumarin level,
Ceylon cinnamon does not make negative effects on kidney or liver
functions as cassia cinnamon. It is proved that, the type II diabetic
patients can lower their blood sugar level from consumption of Ceylon
cinnamon. Also, it is beneficiary for those who has a risk of future
diabetics.
Ceylon cinnamon has food preservative elements. The
anti-bacterial extracts of cinnamon are very useful for keeping food
unspoiled after the preparation. Especially Asian cultures are wildly
using cinnamon almost every food. It helps them to keep the food fresh
without using refrigerators.
According to local Ayurveda categorization, Cinnamomum verum
is considered as body heating spice. It is effect on your blood
circulation and increase metabolism which is highly helpful in weight
loss. Also researches states that the blood thinning aspects of Cinnamomum verum could give a positive effect in heart patients.
Cinnamon
has medicinal properties which can fight against bacteria's and yeast
infections such as Candida. It is an ideal natural remedy for urinary
tract infections as well as virginal Candida infections. Other than that
it is active against oral infections and wounds. Cinnamon has natural
compounds that help with rapid healing.
Instead of using
medications with chemicals which caused lots of side effects, everybody
can add some natural herb like Cinnamon into their foods and drinks
which is healthier. But recognizing the "True Cinnamon" or the "Ceylon
Cinnamon" is very essential in order to gain the exact health benefits
from it.
The author is an experienced spice grower from Sri Lanka
(Ceylon). He has well maintained, own cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum)
cultivation in south coast of the country. The website, www.trueceylonspices.com
is the online appearance of his production and experience. This website
provides facilities to worldwide customers to read about Ceylon spices
and buy these natural spices directly from Sri Lanka. If you prefer to
read more about the health benefits of Ceylon cinnamon, you can refer author's website above.
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