Cinnamon contains large amounts of highly potent polyphenol antioxidants.The antioxidants in cinnamon have anti-inflammatory effects, which may help lower your risk of disease.Cinnamon may improve some key risk factors for heart disease, including cholesterol, triglycerides and blood pressure.Cinnamon has been shown to reduce fasting blood sugar levels, having a potent anti-diabetic effect at 1–6 grams or 0.5–2 teaspoons per day.Cinnamaldehyde has antifungal and antibacterial properties, which may reduce infections and help fight tooth decay and bad breath.
