Ahhhh … the dazzling scent of cinnamon always brings a smile to my face by making me feel safe and nurtured. There's nothing better than heating it up on the stove in some water or putting a drop on a cool light bulb for later diffusing, or spritzing cinnamon essential oil around the room or simply just brewing some cinnamon tea.
Cinnamon is an ancient spice that was used extensively in trades. Sticks last longer <up to a year> but powder has a stronger scent. It loses flavor fast so it is best to buy in smaller quantities and store in a tightly sealed container. Not only is it pleasing to the senses, it has great health benefits as an added bonus by increasing alertness and memory, cures a stomachache, and improves the body's ability to use blood sugar.
When I was a kid, we mixed it with sugar, put it in a shaker and sprinkled it on everything. My mother was a fantastic baker and used it on the crust when she crimped the edges <it made me eat the crust because it tasted so good>.
Some other uses include:
*Prevents stored potatoes from sprouting
*Kills mold in plant dirt
*Add to tea with honey and ginger to cure colds
*Apply to cuts before bandaging to heal faster
What are some ways you use cinnamon?
Cinnamon is an ancient spice that was used extensively in trades. Sticks last longer <up to a year> but powder has a stronger scent. It loses flavor fast so it is best to buy in smaller quantities and store in a tightly sealed container. Not only is it pleasing to the senses, it has great health benefits as an added bonus by increasing alertness and memory, cures a stomachache, and improves the body's ability to use blood sugar.
When I was a kid, we mixed it with sugar, put it in a shaker and sprinkled it on everything. My mother was a fantastic baker and used it on the crust when she crimped the edges <it made me eat the crust because it tasted so good>.
Some other uses include:
*Prevents stored potatoes from sprouting
*Kills mold in plant dirt
*Add to tea with honey and ginger to cure colds
*Apply to cuts before bandaging to heal faster
What are some ways you use cinnamon?
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