The spice that can protect your heart Cinnamon is more than just the secret ingredient in many Christmas treats. This spice is also a powerful natural medicine, and the latest research finds one more way it can help. A cinnamon-based spice blend that also includes turmeric, black pepper, cloves and ginger can slash levels of deadly triglycerides by 30 percent when taken with a meal. And within 30 minutes, the amount of antioxidant activity in your blood will rise by 13 percent, according to the study. Cinnamon can also help keep blood sugar levels under control, especially in diabetics, and may even help reduce blood pressure and slash cholesterol levels – so when you’re cooking, don’t leave out the spices. They can do more than add a little flavor to your meal. They could add years to your life.
Posted on: Tue, 02 Dec 2014 13:32:00 +0000
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