Easy Cinnamon Tea

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Are you looking for a warm and flavorful beverage that also offers numerous health benefits? Look no further than cinnamon tea! Packed with antioxidants and boasting potent anti-inflammatory properties, cinnamon is the key ingredient that makes this tea a must-try.

Benefits of Cinnamon

Cinnamon has been revered for its health benefits for centuries. Here’s why you’ll love incorporating cinnamon tea into your routine:

Heart Health: Cinnamon has shown promise in lowering the risk of heart disease by reducing “bad” LDL cholesterol levels and helping to lower blood pressure.
Diabetes Management: This spice is known to significantly reduce insulin resistance, a major factor in Type 2 diabetes. It also helps lower blood sugar levels by slowing down the digestion of carbohydrates.
Brain Health: Cinnamon may inhibit tau aggregation in the brain, a process associated with Alzheimer’s disease. By doing so, it has the potential to support brain health and cognitive function.
Respiratory Health: Cinnamon oil has been found to be effective against respiratory infections caused by fungi, making it a natural ally in maintaining a healthy respiratory system.
Oral Health: With its antimicrobial properties, cinnamon may help prevent tooth decay, ensuring you maintain a bright and healthy smile.

Aside from these health benefits, brewing cinnamon tea will fill your kitchen with a delightful aroma, making it a treat for your senses as well.

How to Make Cinnamon Tea

Making cinnamon tea is a breeze. All you need to do is simmer cinnamon sticks in water. For every cup of water, use one cinnamon stick.

Just like when making Ginger Tea or Elderberry Tea, gently simmer the cinnamon sticks and water together for approximately 15 minutes. Once done, strain out the cinnamon sticks and any small pieces that may have fallen off during the process. Serve the tea warm.

Cinnamon tea being strained into a cup

Cinnamon tea has a naturally sweet and spicy taste, so you can enjoy it as is, without any additional ingredients. However, if you want to explore different flavors, try adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a drizzle of honey to enhance the taste.

Fun Fact: Adding lemon juice to your tea will cause it to change color. Watch it transform from an amber red to a lovely light yellow-orange right before your eyes!

Cinnamon tea with and without lemon juice

Which Type of Cinnamon is Best?

When it comes to cinnamon, there are two main varieties: Cassia and Ceylon.

Ceylon Cinnamon: Also known as “true” cinnamon, Ceylon cinnamon sticks have a pale brown color with thin, multiple layers swirled inside. This variety tends to be more expensive and isn’t always readily available in grocery stores. It offers a mild and delicate flavor, making it perfect when cinnamon is the star ingredient in your recipe.
Cassia Cinnamon: This is the more common variety found in grocery stores. Cassia cinnamon sticks are darker brown and rolled in thicker, single sheets. They have a stronger flavor and come in three main varieties: Indonesian, Saigon, and Chinese.

Is it Safe to Drink Everyday?

While cinnamon is generally safe when consumed in small amounts, it’s important not to overdo it.

Cassia cinnamon contains a compound called coumarin, which has been linked to liver toxicity when consumed in large quantities. It’s recommended to limit your intake of cassia cinnamon to avoid potential health risks. On the other hand, Ceylon cinnamon only contains trace amounts of coumarin, making it a safer choice.

Cinnamon tea with honey

If you decide to give this delicious Cinnamon Tea a try, please let me know your thoughts in the comments below. I’d love to hear about any modifications you make as well. Your experiences and insights can benefit us all.