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The more humanity is technologically able to manufacture industrially processed foods, the more voices — especially from doctors and nutrition experts — are raised that we must not forget the fruits of nature in our diet, which are full of minerals, vitamins and the much-needed antioxidants. Only when various kinds of vegetables and fruits, and for example also herbs, are an integral part of our daily diet are we on the right path to be strong, healthy and resistant to diseases. Among the very beneficial gifts of nature are, among others, cinnamon and honey.
We have come to regard cinnamon as a fragrant component of the recipe for homemade strudel, someone likes to sprinkle it over semolina porridge, in a café it will decorate our cappuccino. But cinnamon also has considerable medicinal effects and helps especially in the fight against various inflammations and also aids in healing affected tissues. The secret of its effects is that it contains many antioxidants. Consumption of cinnamon helps reduce dangerous levels of cholesterol and blood pressure, and even lowers the risk of developing heart disease.
As for honey, people have used it as a sweetener much longer than sugar has been used in modern times. It contains a cocktail of amino acids, trace enzymes, vitamins, minerals and, of course, natural sugar. Because of its composition, honey has both medicinal effects and effects in the care of the human body including the skin, hair and complexion. In any case, it is necessary to use honey in its original, natural form.
As follows from the above, both cinnamon and honey have amazing properties. But what happens when we combine them?
Just one teaspoon of cinnamon and honey represents an effective natural tool in the fight against illnesses.
Toothache
Almost nothing troubles a person as much as a painful tooth. If you want to relieve the pain naturally, mix 5 teaspoons of honey with 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and apply the mixture to the aching tooth up to three times a day until the pain subsides.
Flu and colds
Although we try to live healthily, get enough sleep, exercise regularly and eat well, the flu and colds often still affect us. If you mix a teaspoon of warmed honey with a little cinnamon, you will obtain a weapon with which you can overcome these illnesses sooner. Take this mixture for 3 days and you will see that you will feel significantly better.
Cholesterol
If, like many other people, you belong to the group troubled by high cholesterol levels, make this medicinal drink, for which you will need only
- half a litre of water
- 3 teaspoons of cinnamon, and
- 2 teaspoons of honey.
The resulting medicinal drink is best sipped gradually throughout the day.
Bladder infection
If this very unpleasant condition bothers you, this recipe will bring relief. In a glass of lukewarm water dissolve 1 tablespoon of honey with 2 tablespoons of cinnamon and you have a mixture that effectively destroys the bacteria that cause your bladder infection.
Heart diseases
Heart diseases are very serious and it is important to prevent them. A regimen you can repeat every morning can help with this. The secret is a mixture of 1 teaspoon of honey and half a teaspoon of cinnamon, which helps lower cholesterol and protects the heart against heart attacks.
Arthritis
Anyone who suffers from arthritis themselves or has someone with this disease in their surroundings knows how painful it is. For relief mix in a glass of warm water 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and 2 teaspoons of honey and take it every morning and evening.
