AsCinnamonrefers to the dried sticks from the bark of the tropical cinnamon tree or the powder made from it. Even in ancient timesCinnamon was not only considered a spice, but was also used as a medicinal remedy. In some eras, cinnamon was considered more valuable than gold.
What exactly is cinnamon?
The real cinnamon tree (Cinnamomum verum), also called Ceylon cinnamon tree, is a 6 to 12 m tall, evergreen tree with leaves up to 20 cm long, which smell like cloves when crushed. The small, inconspicuous flowers are arranged in panicles, the fruit is berry-like and half enclosed in the calyx. The cinnamon tree is native to South and Southeast Asia, with theMain import of the spice from Sri Lankaand some imports come from Malaysia, Madagascar, and the Seychelles. The cinnamon bark, the dried bark of thin twigs, and the resulting cinnamon oil are used.
What makes cinnamon so special?
Cinnamon oil has antioxidant properties andantibacterial and antifungal. Studies have also shown that Cassia cinnamonblood sugarandcholesterol-loweringeffectThis effect is attributed to cinnamaldehydes, of which Cassia cinnamon contains more than Ceylon cinnamon.
Uses of cinnamon
The bark of the cinnamon tree is used as a spice and to flavor beverages in India and the Middle East. In Europe, cinnamon is primarily found in baked goods and mulled wine. Internally, preparations made from cinnamon bark are said to help with mild, cramp-like intestinal complaints with flatulence and bloating, as well as tostimulate metabolism and regulate blood sugar levels.
What are the main ingredients of cinnamon?
The cinnamon bark contains a substance called cinnamon oilessential oil with cinnamaldehydeas the main component. It also contains eugenol, phenolic acids, tannins, mucilage, and diterpenes, which serve as insect repellents.
Why should I buy Medicom cinnamon products?
Medicom useswell-tolerated, aqueous cinnamon extracts from Cassia cinnamonwhich, unlike other Cassia cinnamon preparationshardly any coumarinCoumarin is responsible for allergic reactions that some people experience when consuming cinnamon. Children and people with liver damage, in particular, should not consume excessive amounts of cinnamon-containing foods.because coumarin can cause unwanted effectsSince 2011, new maximum levels for coumarin in ready-to-eat foods have been in effect (0.1 mg per kg body weight).
