Cinnamon

• Lowers blood sugar levels. Cinnamon has been shown to improve insulin sensitivity and lower blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. A study published in the journal "Diabetes Care" found that taking 1 gram of cinnamon powder daily for 12 weeks significantly reduced fasting blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes.
• Reduces cholesterol levels. Cinnamon may help lower cholesterol levels by reducing the absorption of cholesterol from the gut. A study published in the journal "Nutrition Research" found that taking 1 gram of cinnamon powder daily for 8 weeks significantly reduced total cholesterol and LDL (bad) cholesterol levels in people with high cholesterol.
• Fights inflammation. Cinnamon has anti-inflammatory properties that may help protect against chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and arthritis. A study published in the journal "Food & Function" found that cinnamon extract inhibited the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines in human cells.