Great News! Recent studies have determined that consuming as little as one-half teaspoon of Cinnamon each day may reduce blood sugar, cholesterol and triglyceride levels by as much as 20% in Type-2 diabetes patients who are not taking insulin. Most people are familiar with the sweet, but pungent, taste of the oil, powder or sticks of the bark from the Cinnamon tree. Cinnamon is also a primary ingredient in our highly-successful Blood Sugar Support Blend with Cinnamon/Banaba Leaf.
Disclaimer:
The information presented herein by Viable Herbal Solutions is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.
History and Uses:
Cinnamon comes from the bark of a small Southeast Asian evergreen tree, and trees grow in a number of tropical areas, including parts of India, China, Madagascar, Brazil and the Caribbean. It is an ancient herbal medicine mentioned in Chinese texts as far back as four thousand years, and the parts of this plant used medicinally are the dried inner bark of the shoots and the oil distilled from the bark and leaves. In ancient times, Cinnamon was added to food to prevent spoiling, and it was used in Egypt for embalming. During the Bubonic Plague, sponges were soaked in Cinnamon and cloves and placed in sick rooms, and it has also been burned as an incense. During the explorations of the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries, Cinnamon was the most sought-after spice. The fragrance of Cinnamon is pleasant; stimulates the senses; yet it calms the nerves, and it is reputed to attract customers to a place of business. Most Americans consider Cinnamon a simple flavoring, but in traditional Chinese medicine, it's one of the oldest remedies, prescribed for everything from diarrhea and chills to influenza and parasitic worms. It is closely related to Cassia (Cinnamomum cassia) and contains many of the same components, but the bark and oils from Cinnamon have a better flavor. Cinnamon has a broad range of historical uses in different cultures, including the treatment of diarrhea, rheumatism and certain menstrual disorders. Traditionally, the bark was believed best for the torso, the twigs for the fingers and toes. Recent research has highlighted hypoglycemic properties, useful in diabetes. Cinnamon brandy is made by soaking crushed Cinnamon bark a "fortnight" in brandy. Chinese herbalists tell of older people, in their seventies and eighties, who develop a cough accompanied by frequent spitting of whitish phlegm. A helpful remedy, they suggest, is chewing and swallowing a very small pinch of powdered cinnamon. This remedy can also help people with cold feet and hands, especially at night. Germany's Commission E approves Cinnamon for appetite loss and indigestion. The primary chemical constituents of this herb include cinnamaldehyde, gum, tannin, mannitol, coumarins and essential oils (aldehydes, eugenol, pinene). Cinnamon is predominantly used as a carminative addition to herbal prescriptions. It is used in flatulent dyspepsia, dyspepsia with nausea, intestinal colic and digestive atony associated with cold and debilitated conditions. Cinnamon relieves nausea and vomiting, and, because of its mild astringency, it is particularly useful in infantile diarrhea. The cinnamaldehyde component is hypotensive and spasmolytic and increases peripheral blood flow. The essential oil of this herb is a potent antibacterial, antifungal and uterine stimulant. The various terpenoids found in the volatile oil are believed to account for Cinnamon's medicinal effects. Research has shown that Cinnamon can augment the action of insulin, and recent studies have determined that consuming as little as one-half teaspoon of Cinnamon each day may reduce blood sugar, cholesterol and triglyceride levels by as much as twenty percent in Type-2 diabetes patients who are not taking insulin. Topical applications of Cinnamon include use as a hair rinse for dark hair and as a toothpaste flavoring to freshen breath. As a wash, it is said to prevent and treat fungal infections such as athletes foot. It is also used in massage oils, and Cinnamon can be included in sachets to repel moths. Its prolonged use is known to beautify the skin and promote a rosy complexion.
Recommended Dosage:
Take two (2) capsules, two (2) times each day with water at mealtimes.
Contraindications:
Pregnant women or those allergic to Balsam of Tolu should not use Cinnamon. Men with prostate problems, diabetics and those taking blood thinners should consult a health care provider before using Cinnamon. This product is not recommended if you have a tendency toward excessive menstrual bleeding. Taking Cinnamon and antibiotics together may make the antibiotic not work for you. Increased heart rate (pulse), feeling dizzy, shortness of breath and redness of the face may occur if you take too much Cinnamon.
Capsule Information:
Our Cinnamon supplements are encapsulated in 100% Gluten-free, Vegetable Cellulose, Certified Kosher, size "00" Capsules. (click here for size comparison) Each capsule contains approximately 600 mgs. |
