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Cinnamon

Where does it originate?

Cinnamon is a spice which you are aware is used in cooking, and actually dervies from the Evergreen Tree. 

What is it good for?

Amazingly this spice, researchers have found, fights blood vessel inflammation and also promotes insulin metabolism.

It actually contains antioxidants called phenols which help to promote healthy blood vessels.

In the future there will be more research carried out to find the benefits for those who suffer with diabetes and high choloesterol.

Last Updated: 29th January 2009.