Cinnamon Roll

Cinnamon is a spice obtained from the inner bark of several tree species from the genus Cinnamomum. Cinnamon is typically measured at about 2 meters in high and 8-12 cm at the base. It is at this stage they are ready for harvesting.

english               cinnamon

gujarati              તજ                                       Taja

hindi                   दालचीनी                         daalacheenee

kannada             ದಾಲ್ಚಿನ್ನಿ                       Dālcinni

malayalam         കറുവപ്പട്ട                   kaṟuvappaṭṭa

tamil                   இலவங்கப்பட்டை       Ilavaṅkappaṭṭai

telugu                 దాల్చిన చెక్క                    Dālcina cekka

Cinnamon is a spice that is used by many different cultures as a seasoning for both savory as well as sweet foods.

It contains huge amounts of highly potent polyphenol antioxidants

Cinnamaldehyde, one among the key active components of cinnamon, may be beneficial against different kinds of infection.

studies recommend that cinnamon could also protect against various viruses, including influenza and Dengue, a viral infection transmitted by means of mosquitoes

Cinnamon is a versatile spice that is allied with a long list of health benefits.

• help in lowering blood sugar levels
• reduce heart disease and risk factors
• reduce inflammation

To include cinnamon to the diet:

• Sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon over any meal to replace sugar.
• Add cinnamon to cookies, cakes, breads, and various snacks.
• Top a waffle with cinnamon and apple for a low sugar treat.