Many people who have been diagnosed with pre-diabetes look for ways to prevent the glucose spikes in their blood are very high, just like those who already suffer from diabetes.
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That is why, in addition to medications, people often turn to natural remedies to help their body stay well.
When you have acquired type 1 and 2 diabetes, you must constantly monitor your blood sugar levels, since not taking care of this condition can result in: other serious illnesses such as heart disease, vision loss and kidney problems.
Some recent research has determined that certain foods, in this case, spices like cinnamon, can help keep blood sugar levels in check, even though It has a sweet taste and could have some benefits for those suffering from this condition.
Cinnamon is a spice that has been used for centuries in the preparation of many dishes around the world, for the aroma and flavor it provides to food. In addition, some people use it to improve discomforts such as to help improve premenstrual symptoms and to stimulate appetite.
According to the ‘Diabify’ portal, cinnamon can help blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes, which is characterized by insulin resistance, causing glucose levels are high and there is not adequate absorption.
However, it should be noted that cinnamon alone will not work in your favor, but must be accompanied by a good diet, since cinnamon contains active ingredients that can help the way in which the body uses insulin, although there are no conclusive studies on the matter.
Certain studies have shown that including a teaspoon of cinnamon a day could help reduce blood sugar levels and increase insulin sensitivity, thus preventing glucose spikes, However, keep in mind that cinnamon will not replace medical treatment.
Ways to consume cinnamon
Cinnamon also has anti-inflammatory properties.
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Cinnamon can be used as a complement to your meals or as a natural sweetener in your drinks. According to the portal in question, you can use it in:
- Your cup of tea or coffee.
- Grate cinnamon over breakfast cereal.
- Add it to meals such as soups, salads, rice or others to give them an aromatic touch.
- Garnish fruit, yogurt or desserts with ground cinnamon.
- In capsule or tablet form, as a dietary supplement.
How to make a cinnamon infusion?
This is how you should prepare cinnamon tea, according to the ‘UnComo’ portal:
Ingredients:
- Two cinnamon sticks
- A cup of water
Preparation:
- Bring the contents of one cup of water to a boil over medium heat. When the water reaches boiling point, add the two cinnamon sticks and let it boil for two minutes.
- Turn off the heat, cover and let it sit for five minutes so that the flavour becomes more concentrated. After this time you can uncover it, strain it and enjoy a delicious cinnamon infusion.
LIGHT ANGELA DOMINGUEZ CORAL
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