(Natural News) As a flavorful spice, cinnamon should be used on more than just hot chocolate or desserts. In fact, a balanced diet that incorporates cinnamon into healthy dishes may help reduce your blood sugar levels and lower cholesterol. According to research, cinnamon has been used as early as 2800 B.C. for anointing, embalming and treating […]

(Natural News) Cinnamon is a popular flavor for desserts and many fall- and winter-themed dishes and drinks. According to a study conducted by researchers from the University of Michigan (U-M) Life Sciences Institute (LSI), cinnamon also offers benefits when used to prevent obesity. The study was published in the journal Metabolism. In earlier studies, researchers observed that cinnamaldehyde, an essential oil […]

(Natural News) Foodborne illness is a major concern for the food industry and regulatory agencies around the world. The most common cause of foodborne illness, or food poisoning, is consuming spoiled foods or products contaminated by pathogenic microorganisms. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), foodborne illness is a costly public health […]

(Natural News) In this study, a researcher at Pamukkale University in Turkey assessed the potential of antimicrobial films for use in active food packaging. His full report was published in the journal Food Science and Technology. For his experiment, the researchers packaged manti, a tortellini-like Turkish food, with antimicrobial films to extend its storage time at 4 […]

(Natural News) Cinnamon is a sweet-smelling spice that evokes warmth and comfort, especially during the holidays. But did you know that this aromatic superfood also offers several evidence-backed health benefits? Where does cinnamon come from? Cinnamon is a spice that comes from the inner bark of trees that belong to the genus Cinnamomum. In ancient […]

(Natural News) Many infectious diseases around the world are becoming more and more difficult to treat because of the continuous and excessive use of antibiotics. In the search for alternative antimicrobial agents, researchers at Mahidol University in Thailand discovered that cinnamon bark oil can be used to fight against Pseudomonas aeruginosa infection. In their study, published […]

(Natural News) Researchers continue to search for natural antimicrobial agents as the increasing number of drug-resistant pathogens continues to become a problem for infectious diseases globally. In a study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, it was revealed that cinnamon bark oil can be used to fight against Pseudomonas aeruginosa infection. For […]

(Natural News) Cinnamon may be the spice you need this holiday season as a new study finds that it can potentially protect you from obesity. A team of researchers from the University of Michigan Life Sciences Institute (U-M LSI) wanted to better understand how cinnamaldehyde – an essential oil that gives cinnamon its flavor – […]

(Natural News) As the holiday season gets into full swing, there are two things you can be certain of: Tempting food will be everywhere, and flavors like cinnamon will feature prominently. However, this combination might actually work in your favor to some extent as a new study shows that this popular holiday spice has the potential […]

(Natural News) CNN has just announced some news that wouldn’t come as a surprise to people living in China 3,000 years ago: cinnamon is a highly medicinal spice. The ancient Chinese used cinnamon as a botanical medicine for conditions like epilepsy. According to Naturalpedia, its most important nutrients are found in its essential oils. It […]