CINNAMON
Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume
Upper airways 
Toning 
Premenstrual syndrome 
Cardiovascular system 
Blood glucose 
Menopause 
Slimming 
Liver function 
Digestion 
Appetite 
Antioxidant Cinnamon bark, Cinnamomum verum, is a spice rich in antioxidants, traditionally used for digestive comfort and glycemic balance.
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Data on traditional use
Cahier de l’agence du Médicament (France) :
- Traditionally used to aid digestion
- Traditionally used for temporary fatigue
- Traditionally used to ease weight gain
Canadian monograph :
- Used as a source of antioxidants
German monograph :
- Used for loss of appetite, dyspeptic disorders such as gastrointestinal tract spasms, bloating and flatulence.
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BURDOCK
Arctium lappa L.
HELYCHRISUM ITALICUM
CAPSICUM
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Salvia officinalis L.
GINSENG
Panax ginseng C.A. Meyer
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GREEN TEA
Camellia sinensis Kuntze
KOLA
BLACKCURRANT
Ribes nigrum L.
MARSHMALLOW
Althaea officinalis L.
SWEET FENNEL
Foeniculum officinale L.
ERYSIMUM
Detailed description
Cinnamon, from the inner bark of the Cinnamomum verum (or Ceylon cinnamon) tree, belongs to the Lauraceae family. Native to Sri Lanka, it has been used for centuries as a spice, but also for its functional properties in the context of general well-being.
Its bark is naturally rich in bioactive compounds, including polyphenols, flavonoids and aromatic aldehydes, particularly cinnamaldehyde. These substances give cinnamon recognized antioxidant properties, helping to protect cells against oxidative stress and contributing to natural defense mechanisms.
Research suggests that cinnamon extracts can help manage glycemic balance by supporting insulin sensitivity and regulating carbohydrate metabolism. Cinnamon is also traditionally associated with digestive comfort, thanks in particular to its carminative properties.
It is also being studied for its potential to promote lipid balance, in particular for its role in modulating total cholesterol and triglycerides in certain populations.
- Roghayeh Zare, et al, Clin Nutr . 2019 Apr;38(2):549-556. doi: 10.1016/j.clnu.2018.03.003
- Said S Moselhy, et al, Biol Res . 2009;42(1):93-8. Epub 2009 Jun 11