Diabetes, once the burden for wealthy men (and women), has now become a common problem which is affecting everyone that seems to come in its range. It is one of the major reasons behind stroke, kidney failures, treat heart attacks and even eye problems.
The diagnosis and treatment becomes more complex when one fails to get what type of diabetes it is. Going by definition, diabetes occurs when the body stops registering its production of insulin which results in increase in the blood sugar levels. Recently, many medical researchers have started appreciating the effects of cinnamon in lowering the blood sugar level.
In type 2 diabetics (mostly), it is seen that consuming a large amount of fatty acids can make the cholesterol to stick to the arteries which prevents glucose from reaching to the cells. Cinnamon consists of MHCP (methyl hydroxy chalcone polymer) which reduces the stuck cholesterol and increases the absorption level of glucose by the cells.
It also enhances the ability and response of fatty cells towards insulin which is another major benefit for diabetics. Diabetes can also result in mal-absorption of various salts, such as magnesium, which are necessary for the body. Cinnamon constitutes of a lot of magnesium and supplements the body with necessary nutrients.
Doctors state that only half teaspoon (per day) of cinnamon can reduce blood sugar levels and prevent any other diabetic complications.
Other benefits, uses and advantages of cinnamon for diabetics in their diabetes diet include:
- It balances the body energy and enhances vitality. It is also seen that cinnamon reduces the requirement for any other medication. In fact, it also works very well in people who have colder lower body and hot upper body.
- Cinnamon can also help in digesting milk, fruits and any other dairy items. It also eases arthritis, anemia, menstrual period pains, digestion, diarrhea, gas and bloating issues.
- More importantly for diabetics, it can reduce the blood sugar level by sensitizing the body cells to insulin. It also lowers levels for triglycerides, Low density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and other unhealthy cholesterol.
Being a delicious spice, cinnamon can easily be used on any form of cooking, baking or decoration to help reduce the blood sugar levels for diabetics.
by on 28. Mar, 2010 in diabetes nutrition, frequently asked questions
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