February is Heart Month. There are epidemics in this country - diabetes and obesity Both lead to Cardiovascular Disease. So I wanted to discuss an herb that could be in your kitchen that is used for sugar control—It is cinnamon
Digestion begins in the mouth The mouth is a source of many bacteria . Individuals with gum disease — get heart disease There is a direct correlation with gum disease and heart disease This is why I go to Sandra Senzon, dental hygienist and author for my gum care Cinnamon may improve oral health. Cinnamon is thought to reduce the formation of plaque, a sticky film of bacteria that can lead to cavities, gum disease, and bad breath.
Your cholesterol and low density lipoprotein ( bad cholesterol) can be inflammatory especially if your high sensitive CRP is elevated This is also known as the cardiac CRP ( C=- reactive protein ) High cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease, so this is a major benefit. Additionally, cinnamon also helps to reduce inflammation throughout the body. Inflammation is another risk factor for heart disease.
So by reducing inflammation, cinnamon can help to reduce the risk of heart disease significantly. Finally, cinnamon has also been shown to improve blood sugar control. This is important because high blood sugar levels can damage the arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease
Cinnamon is a potent source of antioxidants, which can help to reduce inflammation throughout the body. In the gut, inflammation can lead to a number of problems, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and leaky gut syndrome. You must remember the gut is the gateway for all diseases.
So start to use more cinnamon on your food. You can also take cinnamon capsules.
Until tomorrow…