• Native to Ceylon (Sri Lanka), true cinnamon, Cinnamomum zeylanicum, dates back in Chinese writings to 2800 B.C. and is still known as kwai in the Cantonese language today.
• The Arabs controlled the spice trade for almost 3000 years, from 1500 BC to 1500 AD. They traded with the Greeks and Romans, and Venice became the most important city for spice imports to northern Europe.

• Medicine
• Cosmetic
• Culinary

• It has anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-viral properties
• Helps Blood Sugar Levels
• Boosts brain activity
• It may help reduce blood sugar
• Heart Disease Prevention
• Cancer Fighter
• Reduces Bad Cholesterol
• Improves Metabolism
• Helps Balance Hormones
• Clears the Digestive Tract
• Improves Your Mood
• Alzheimer’s Prevention
• Improves Colon Function
• Complexion Enhancer
• Cures Acne, Pimples, And Blemishes

• The Egyptians used it for embalming potions, perfumes, incense and oils. It is also mentioned in the Old Testament.
• In fact, the word ‘Cinnamon’ is derived from the ancient Hebrew word ‘kinnämön, which in turn probably originates from the Malay or Indonesian term ‘Kayumanis’, meaning ‘sweet wood’.
• The Italians found that the appearance of Cinnamon quills reminded them of cannons and thus they called it ‘canela’, which became ‘kaneel’ in Dutch and ‘cannelle’ in French.
• In ancient times it was too expensive to be commonly used on funeral pyres in Rome, but the Emperor Nero is said to have burned a year’s worth of the city’s supply at the funeral for his wife Poppaea Sabina in AD 65.

• Treats Rough feet: Cinnamon can soften rough and dry skin due to its rich antioxidant properties. Prepare a foot bath by mixing the juice of five lemons, a tablespoon of olive oil, a quarter cup of whole milk, half a cup of water, and two tablespoons of ground cinnamon. Soak the feet in this bath for 15 minutes for soft and smooth feet.
• Cures Cold: Cinnamon is a warming herb used to cure cold and the common flu. Cinnamon, when added to ginger tea, is an excellent cold reliever. Another remedy includes adding quarter-teaspoon if cinnamon powder to a tablespoon of honey. Consume the mixture twice a day for three days for best results.
• Heart Health: Mix cinnamon powder and honey and make a thick spread. Replace your regular jam with this and consume it daily. This will reduce the risk of heart attacks.
• Promotes Weight Loss: Cinnamon benefits in reducing insulin resistance and triples the insulin’s capacity to metabolize blood sugar. This spice thus helps reduce hunger and sugar cravings, resulting in weight loss.
• Relieves Insomnia: Tea made with cinnamon and bananas is getting noticed around the world as a natural alternative for insomnia and other sleep-related problems. All you need to do is cut off both ends of the banana and place it, peel and all, into boiling water. Boil it for around 10 minutes. Using a colander, pour the water into a mug. If you’re feeling adventurous, sprinkle the cinnamon into the tea. Drink it one hour before bed-time.

• Avoid use in eye area. A patch test should be performed for those with sensitive skin.

Note: Store in an airtight container away from direct light, heat and moisture.