Most people think of cinnamon as a spice that adds flavor to food and beverages. What many people don\u2019t know however is that for thousands of years people have been using cinnamon for medicinal purposes.<\/p>\n
Cinnamon is obtained from the inner bark of cinnamon trees. The bark is then crushed into a powder which we can use as a flavoring or for medicinal purposes.<\/p>\n
Some of the known medicinal benefits of cinnamon are:
\n\u2022\u00a0Acts as an anti-inflammatory
\n\u2022\u00a0Lowers blood sugar
\n\u2022\u00a0Acts as an anti-oxidant
\n\u2022\u00a0Acts as an anti-microbial
\n\u2022\u00a0Helps manage symptoms of Alzheimer\u2019s
\n\u2022\u00a0Helps manage symptoms of Parkinson\u2019s
\n\u2022\u00a0Thought to have anti-carcinogenic properties
\n\u2022\u00a0Helps manage polycystic ovarian syndrome
\n\u2022\u00a0Help manage dry eye and conjunctivitis
\n\u2022\u00a0Can be used as an insect repellant<\/p>\n
Though cinnamon usually has no side effects, too much can irritate the mouth and the lips. Some people may also be allergic to it. As with anything, speak to you your physician before using cinnamon to treat any medical condition.<\/p>\n
If you would like to schedule an appointment with a physician at Flushing Hospital, please call 718-670-5486.<\/p>\n
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