Ground-Breaking News!

In recent articles I've mentioned that cinnamon helps to balance blood sugar levels and kill bacteria. New research shows that ground cinnamon may also reduce the bad LDL-cholesterol, total cholesterol and triglycerides in type 2 diabetics. Along with lowering blood sugar, that's a home run when it comes to scoring benefits for diabetics—and it's as easy as adding about a half teaspoon a day to foods such as oatmeal, fruit or toast. In studies, blood sugar levels started rising as soon as cinnamon was stopped, emphasizing the importance of daily consumption. Watkins world famous ground Cinnamon contains a higher amount of essential oils—the component that contributes to more flavor, aroma and health benefits—than others on the market, and Watkins Traditional Cider Brew, with cinnamon and other spices, adds a burst of flavor and aroma to hot cider, mulled wine, spiced tea or wassail.

Brenda Koth, MS, RD