CINNAMON AND ITS BENEFITS

True Cinnamon originated from Ceylon or Sri Lanka. In its true form it is a relieve for many ailments. Never, however ingest cinnamon oil - it can cause nausea, vomiting and possibly even kidney damage. On the skin it may cause redness and burning. Cinnamon is most useful for skin and internal care in grounded or powdered form. Discard the spice after a year - it will lose potency with time.
Cinnamon is prescribed for asthma, paralysis, malaria, gonorrhea, german measles, sore throat, excessive menstruation, uterus disorders and infertility (it strengthens semen and the uterus). Cinnamon has anti-microbial properties. It soothes indigestion, controls blood sugar in diabetics, prevents stomach ulcers, wards off urinary tract infections, increases urine discharge, fights tooth decay and gum disease, prevents vaginal yeast infections, protects from cold, influenza, warms and strengthens kidneys and liver, relieves menstrual discomforts and flatulence, prevents nervous tension, improves complexion and memory.

Bad breath
Use grounded cinnamon in warm water as mouth freshener / gargle.
Diabetes
Taking ½ - ¼ grounded cinnamon with each meal may help control blood sugar levels.
Digestive disorders
Taken ½ hour after meals relieves flatulence and indigestion.
Take a pinch of cinnamon with 2 tablespoons honey before food to relieve acidity and digests heavy meals to prevent stomach upsets.
Lactation
To produce more milk take ½ teaspoon grounded cinnamon with 1 cup milk.
Menstrual cramp
Take ½ teaspoon finely grounded cinnamon with 1 cup milk every night.
Soothes stomach
Steep ½ - ¾ teaspoon powdered cinnamon in 1 cup boiling water for 10 - 20 minutes. Drink up to 3 cups a day.