Cinnamon is embedded in, and embodies, many cultures and people. It tells the story of cold Winter nights soothed with warm mulled wine, of sumptuous Danish baked goods, of hot chocolate drinks by the fire and pumpkin pies. 

Cinnamon has appeared in ancient Egyptian texts (as a gift from the Gods) and also in the Bible. It was a precious commodity traded across the globe for centuries and was considered a rarity. It was often very expensive to purchase, creating a status symbol of wealth and divine favour.

Cinnamon is renowned for its cleansing and protective properties and in Pagan times was often used to protect against evil spirits and negative energies. The warm, invigorating scent is said to create a barrier against harm, shielding the user from spiritual attacks or unwanted influences. 

Today, it is used in protective magic with the burning of Cinnamon sticks, where the smoke is used to cleanse a space and create a spiritual shield.

Cinnamon is a highly prized spice that has been used since ancient times for its medicinal and healing properties. It has the highest antioxidant strength of all the food sources and is several hundreds more potent than any fruit or vegetable.

Cinnamon is a great source of vitamins A and B-complex and minerals such as chromium, iron, zinc and calcium. It is particularly good for helping to ease diarrhea, nausea, sickness, indigestion, flatulence and arthritis.

Cinnamon is known to help prevent and shorten the duration of the flu as it helps to eliminate congestion and mucus from the body. It is also beneficial for lowering cholesterol and helping to regulate blood sugar. Cinnamon is known to help increase circulation and contains anti-clotting compounds which makes it highly beneficial for helping to prevent strokes and coronary artery disease.

Cinnamon is very good for reducing inflammation and has the amazing ability to stop yeast infections, candida and menstrual cramps. It helps to boost memory and cognitive function, and simply smelling Cinnamon or its essential oil can make you feel more alert and focused.

SOURCE: Medical Medium - Cinnamon

Cinnamon Morning Boost

Cinnamon helps to boost memory and cognitive function, just smelling Cinnamon or its essential oil can help make you more alert and focused. 

Try adding a couple of pinches of Cinnamon every morning to your morning tea, smoothie or  fruit juice. Or you can do as I do and sprinkle it on your morning coffee.

Cinnamon and Ginger Herbal Tea

Cinnamon combines especially well with Ginger to make a powerful herbal tea that will provide instant relief and gentle healing at the onset of a cold, chest or upper respiratory infection.

1. Add 3 x Cinnamon sticks and a few slices of Fresh Ginger to a pan of filtered water.
2. Bring up to the boil, then simmer for about 15 minutes.
3. Allow to cool slightly and strain into a cup, mug or larger glass container to store in the fridge.
4. Add Raw Honey and fresh Lemon juice to taste before serving.

Cinnamon Apple Sauce

Try making this simple cleansing and mood boosting recipe by placing the following ingredients in a food processor and blending until smooth for a fresh and nutritious fruit sauce.

• 2 x large Cooking Apples  (peeled and poached until soft)
• 3 x Medjool Dates 
• A pinch of Cinnamon (to taste)
• Drizzle of Maple Syrup (to sweeten)