Cinnamon: Wellness Wonders, Watch for Potential Caveats


Certain types of trees are used to make cinnamon, a spice. It is used in baking and cooking, and added to many different foods.

It is true that cinnamon has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant qualities, but not enough research has been done on humans to support these claims.

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