10 fun facts you didn't know about cinnamon

Although cappuccino or pot coffee wouldn't taste the same without cinnamon, this aromatic spice is much more than a condiment for drinks. Learn more about this Asian spice. A photo posted by Elimar Coelho (@elimar9) on Oct 2, 2016 at 5:05 PDT Credit: elimar9 There are hundreds of types of cinnamon, but only four are used for commercial purposes. The most common of all is cassia cinnamon. Cinnamon helps regulate blood glucose levels. Did you know that cinnamon can also help you lose weight? Cinnamon oil helps prevent the development of new mosquitoes, making it an excellent repellent. We draw with coffee, we draw with love <3 . #Koppen #barista #coffe #heart #love #beans #picoftheday #likes #chocolate #cinnamon A photo posted by Ana Soledad (@anagsoledad) on Oct 2, 2016 at 10:41 PDT Credit: anagsoledad Originally, cinnamon was cultivated in Sri Lanka. When the Portuguese invaded this country, they forced the natives to give them a tribute of thousands of pounds of cinnamon annually. Cinnamon stimulates brain activity and improves attention and visual memory. If you mix a little powdered cinnamon with honey and apply it to your hair, you can achieve a slightly lighter tone naturally. How about some fried milk with cinnamon for dessert? In ancient Egypt, this spice was used to embalm the bodies of the deceased. Thanks to its natural properties, cinnamon helps control blood clotting and improves circulation. For a long time, cinnamon was used to preserve food due to its antimicrobial properties. Although in the West, cinnamon is used more in sweet dishes (thanks, cinnamon rolls!), in the East, it is more common to try it in curry, chicken, or beans.   I've done it again! 🙈 Guilty! 🙋 I've done it again! #yum A photo posted by Sara' (@s_ramone) on Oct 2, 2016 at 10:03 PDT Credit: s_ramone So, relax, cinnamon is full of great health benefits. You can enjoy your cappuccino or your rolls without guilt. With these cinnamon cookies, you won't be able to resist the dessert craving.