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Tis’ the season of Cinnamon!

It’s Fall, so naturally it’s the season for anything with the word “spice” in it and what better way then to have a lattè with some cinnamon sprinkled on top!? Guilty treat with a healthy benefit to it – best of both worlds. There’s a reason Cinnamon is known as a powerful super spice. Actually, who am I kidding, there’s way more then one reason. Go digging through your spice cabinet and find this delicious Lowering LDL cholesterol Just smelling cinnamon boosts cognitive function Lowers blood sugar levels and treating Type 2 Diabetes Fights cancer by reducing proliferation of leukaemia and lymphoma Contains anti-inflamitory properties which helps reduce pain and inflammation associated with arthritis Diuretic in nature therefore reducing urinary tract infections Reduces muscle and joint pain Boosts immunity, reduces fatigue Has anti-fungal, antibacterial, antiviral, anti-paraseptic, & antiseptic properties Helps provide relief from cramps Aids in weight loss source of magnesium, iron, fiber, and calcium When added to food it inhibits bacterial growth Cinnamaldehyde in cinnamon helps prevent clumping of blood palates Not convinced? That’s ok! It’s …