Cinnamon And Diabetes Study Shows Correlation

By Betty Dawson


Diabetes will be happy to know a study done with cinnamon unearthed a new correlation between diabetes and cinnamon. Diabetes is a disorder in which the secretion of insulin is improper and causes a body to incorrectly recognize the body's insulin. An increase level of glucose is a direct result of this, causing polyuria, (increased urination), and polyphagia, or increased appetite.

Diabetes is a chronic disease. People suffering from diabetes need to make serious lifestyle changes. In the extreme of extreme cases, diabetes can damage tissues and organs, ultimately leading to death if improperly cared for. For all, this constitutes as an important reason to take action now. According to the current study, cinnamon has been found to activate the insulin cells, allowing for better glucose absorption and utilization, therefore reducing the once high glucose levels.

The cinnamon and diabetes study was done with Type 2 diabetes patients. Each patient was given a measurable amount of cinnamon. The results of the study showed reductions in the following: blood glucose, triglycerides, LDL and total cholesterol.

The control and placebo group did not show any significant improvement without the cinnamon. The effect of cinnamon on diabetic patients is clearly positive, offering a new gateway for treatment.

The cinnamon spice is traced back to the evergreen trees. The Chinese are credited with the first uses of cinnamon for medicinal use. Cinnamon is administered in a number of different ways. Most commonly, cinnamon is rolled up pieces of bark (quills) that are used to flavor food.

According to the study, a half a teaspoon of cinnamon should be consumed per day for the desired effect. Grinding up the cinnamon into powder is the most preferred way to take the daily recommended intake of cinnamon. Patients generally add this spice to yogurt. Cinnamon is rich in calcium, manganese, Vitamin C and Vitamin K, making cinnamon a primary candidate for diabetic patients.

A good diet for a diabetic patient should not be constrictive. The use of cinnamon may be included in a diabetics diet, but should be consumed in moderation to avoid overuse and adverse effects.

However, cinnamon may be used to improve one's condition further. The study on cinnamon and diabetes has truly served to enhance the flavor of a diabetic's life.




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