Cinnamon Tea Recipe (Dalcheni)

Health Benefits of Cinnamon
1: Preliminary results from studies have indicated that cinnamon has antifungal, antibacterial and antiparasitic properties. Cinnamon has been found to be effective in fighting vaginal yeast infections, oral yeast infections, stomach ulcers and head lice.
2: Cinnamon has anti-inflammatory properties Many of us eat lots of fried, fatty and processed foods, and these foods cause inflammation of our internal tissues and organs, and this inflammation has been linked to one of the most life-threatening diseases of our time – heart disease.
3: Cinnamon may actually help people with Type 2 diabetes control blood sugar levels, and may significantly lower LDL “bad” cholesterol, total cholesterol and triglycerides (fatty acids in the blood).
4: Cinnamon is an excellent source of manganese, dietary fiber, iron and calcium. The combination of calcium and fiber can help to remove bile, which prevents damage to colon cells, which helps prevent colon cancer.
5: Cures respiratory problems
Cinnamon is a great home remedy for common or severe colds. Take one tablespoon of honey with 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon powder daily for 3 days. This will cure most chronic cough and colds.
6:Relieves menstrual cramping
Cinnamon has also been found useful for women’s health as it helps in relieving menstrual cramping and other feminine discomfort.
7:Boosts immune system
The mixture of honey and cinnamon can help in boosting the immune system, eliminate fatigue and increase the longevity of an individual. It is also known to have anti-aging properties.
8:Cures headaches

Cinnamon is useful in treating headaches caused by exposure to cold air. Apply a thin paste of cinnamon powder mixed with water on the temples and forehead to obtain relief.
9:Reduces urinary tract infections
According to a study, people who ate cinnamon on a regular basis have been linked to a low incidence of urinary tract infections.
10:Treats Arthritis pain
Due to its anti-inflammatory properties, cinnamon helps in relieving arthritis pain and stiffness of muscles and joints. In a study at Copenhagen University, patients who were given half a teaspoon of cinnamon powder combined with one tablespoon of honey every morning before breakfast had a significant relief in arthritis pain afteone week, and could walk without pain within one month.
Ingredients
1 cinnamon stick
1 c. of boiling water
Directions
Break cinnamon stick into pieces and place in a cup. Add boiling water. Cover and steep for 10 minutes. You can keep adding hot water to the cup to enjoy all day long. Use more or less cinnamon depending on the strength you prefer.
You can also place a cinnamon stick in any tea while it steeps to add flavor and health benefits.