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Not Just in the Kitchen: Unexpected Uses for Cinnamon
06.02.2025 07:34
Cinnamon is very actively used in cooking: this aromatic spice gives dishes a special taste.
But its functionality is not limited to this. Experienced housewives use the product not only in the kitchen.
In particular, people resort to cinnamon for self-care, to reduce cravings for sweets, and to combat bad habits.
Medicinal bath
Due to its antibacterial properties, cinnamon also acts as an effective remedy for fighting fungal infections on the feet.
For this purpose, special medicinal baths are prepared. For the feet.
What to do: Bring a liter of water to a boil and add 10 cinnamon sticks.
Wait until the broth cools to a comfortable temperature, then keep your feet in it (about 15-20 minutes).
Against cravings for sweets
It turns out that cinnamon is also good for reducing cravings for sweets.
All you need to do is replace sugar in drinks and some dishes with a pinch of spice.
In particular, you can do this “trick” with coffee or tea.
Hair
Due to the presence of vitamins and minerals, cinnamon improves blood circulation and stimulates active hair growth.
Experienced housewives prepare a simple mask for this purpose.
Ground cinnamon and honey are mixed in equal proportions, then the mixture is applied to the hair.
You need to stay in this state for 15-20 minutes, after which the mixture is thoroughly washed off.
Contraindications
Some people are contraindicated to use cinnamon.
We are talking about those who are allergic to the spice, and this also applies to people taking medications for diabetes.
Also, cinnamon should not be used by people with kidney disease, liver disease, or peptic ulcers.
Cinnamon should also not be used by those with irritable bowel syndrome.
People with hypertension can use the spice with great caution, but it is still recommended that they avoid cinnamon if possible.
