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Cinnamon: The Everyday Spice with Surprising Health Benefits

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Who doesn’t love cinnamon?    I love sprinkling some on my morning oatmeal.    My kids loved sprinkling cinnamon and sugar on buttered toast.    Did you know cinnamon has some amazing health benefits? Where does cinnamon come from? Did you know we get cinnamon from the bark of the Cinnamomum tree?  Cinnamon  producing regions include Sri Lanka which produces Ceylon cinnamon, Indonesia, Vietnam and India.  Another type of cinnamon is  Cassia cinnamon  that has a stronger, spicier flavor and is the variety you find on grocery store shelves.     🌿  What are Some Health Benefits of Cinnamon That are Backed by Research? 🧬  1. Rich in Antioxidants ·          Cinnamon is loaded with  antioxidants  that help fight oxidative stress and protect cells from damage. 💪  2. Anti-Inflammatory Properties ·          Studies show cinna...