High quality preparation containing real Ceylon cinnamon
Each capsule of our CEYLON CINNAMON food supplement is made with the precious and 100% organic Ceylon cinnamon bark ground. This is not to be confused with the Cassia cinnamon grinds found in lower priced cinnamon supplements available in stores as a spice.
It's important to know that not all cinnamon is created equal. Most of the cinnamon you find on the grocery store shelves is cassia cinnamon, which can be toxic to the liver in large quantities due to its very high coumarin content. Ceylon cinnamon, also known as "true" or "real" cinnamon, is extremely high in antioxidants and very different from Cassia cinnamon.
About Ceylon cinnamon in brief
Cinnamon is a very delicate smelling and tasting raw material, extracted from the Cinnamomum cinnamon tree. The strips of inner bark are dried until they are curled into coils called cinnamon sticks or "feathers". These are finally sold whole packaged or powdered as ground cinnamon. The unique properties of this spice are due to its essential oils and their compounds, in particular cinnamon amaldehyde (1), which gives cinnamon its flavour and aroma and is responsible for many of its health benefits.
An interesting fact about cinnamon is that it was highly valued in ancient times. It was considered a gift fit for a king! For thousands of years, various cultures around the world have used cinnamon to alleviate a wide range of health problems. It is therefore not surprising that Ayurveda natural medicine, which has a tradition going back thousands of years, also considers it a key ingredient.
As a sweet-smelling spice, cinnamon is known to all. In our country, it is mostly used in the winter months, in Christmas cakes and drinks. However, in other parts of the world it is also used to spice sweet and savoury dishes. There are different varieties of cinnamon, but the most valuable of all is Ceylon cinnamon, which unlike the others is lighter, tastier and has several important properties for the human body that have been studied by researchers for decades.
Although cinnamon is usually remembered for its delicate smell and taste, in recent years more and more people have also recognised its health benefits. The use of cinnamon dates back thousands of years as a spice and as an ingredient in medicine. To date, numerous studies have been published on the health effects of cinnamon, including studies on its properties on blood sugar levels. It has also been shown to have a very high antioxidant content.
Effects and properties of cinnamon
Cinnamon is full of powerful antioxidants, such as polyphenols (1) The main constituents are cinnamaldehyde and trans-cinnamaldehyde, which are also present in cinnamon essential oils. These are responsible for its strong, spicy aroma and some of its biological effects on our body. In ancient times, it was often used as a toothpowder to maintain good oral hygiene and health. Nowadays, cinnamon chewing gum is also commonly found and is popular for freshening the mouth.
Research and studies have been conducted on the effects of Ceylon cinnamon on diabetes and blood sugar levels. Cinnamon may help to maintain normal blood sugar levels and healthy carbohydrate (e.g. sugar) metabolism.
Ceylon cinnamon is safe to consume in the correct dosage because it has the lowest coumarin content of all known cinnamon varieties. However, it is essential that people taking blood thinners consult their doctor for advice on long-term use (2)
Who should take cinnamon capsules?
- Those who want to support the optimal functioning of their body
- Those looking for a healthy and 100% natural dietary supplement
- Those who want to support their health for preventive purposes
- Those looking for a quality herbal extract to maintain normal blood sugar levels
- Those who want to promote normal carbohydrate metabolism
- Those looking for a cinnamon preparation with low coumarin content
- Those seeking premium quality, high purity Ceylon cinnamon
Why avoid cinnamon preparations with high coumarin content?
Coumarin is a substance that has a sweet aroma and taste, which is why some alcohol preparations used to be flavoured with it. However, it is now known that coumarin can have harmful effects on the body when consumed in large quantities. Consumption of high doses of coumarin can cause liver damage and cognitive problems or tumours, and in the short term it causes nausea, diarrhoea and headaches. Coumarin is most commonly found in cinnamon, peaches, celery and strawberries, but is also often added to cosmetics and blood thinners.
The daily limit for coumarin intake is 0.05 milligrams per kilogram of body weight. For example, if you consume 1-2 teaspoons of Cassia cinnamon, which has a high coumarin concentration, you will exceed the recommended maximum daily intake of coumarin.
It is therefore worth choosing cinnamon preparations made from good quality cinnamon, such as Ceylon cinnamon, which has a significantly lower coumarin content than Cassia cinnamon, which is used as a spice on supermarket shelves.
Ceylon Cinnamon capsules are not a substitute for a balanced and varied diet and a healthy lifestyle!
