Cinnamon for weight loss

The spice cinnamon is the innermost layer of the tree's bark. Ceylon is considered to be the birthplace of the cinnamon tree. Today, the cinnamon tree grows throughout the tropical zone. Many countries in tropical latitudes cultivate cinnamon trees, the export of this spice is one of their income items. The spice is actively used in cooking, especially in the confectionery industry. For many, the aroma of cinnamon is associated with buns, charlotte, Easter cakes and other fragrant pastries. Therefore, not everyone knows that cinnamon can help quickly and without stress for the body, lose extra pounds and prepare for the beach season. Cinnamon for weight loss was used in ancient times by oriental beauties, and also used it for cosmetic purposes.

In supermarkets and markets, you can buy cinnamon in the form of twisted sticks or in powder form. The main requirement when choosing a spice is that it must be fresh and have a pronounced aroma. Store cinnamon in a dark place, preferably in a glass container with a tightly closed lid. The shelf life of cinnamon sticks is about one year, and ground spice up to 6 months.

There is another trick that many spice suppliers use - the bulk of the cinnamon in our markets is not real. This is the bark of the Chinese cinnamon tree or cassia. Cassia and cinnamon have similar properties, but scientists have proven that it is Ceylon cinnamon that has more beneficial substances.

• reduces appetite;
• lowers blood sugar levels;
• removes toxins and harmful substances from the body;
• activates metabolic processes in the body;
• improves intestinal motility;
• neutralizes pathogenic microflora in the intestine.

The main advantage of cinnamon in matters of weight loss is its ability to regulate blood sugar levels. Elevated sugar leads to rapid weight gain and can lead to the development of type 2 diabetes (non-insulin dependent). Cinnamon contains a polyphenol that our body recognizes as insulin. In cassia, the content of polyphenols is much higher.

Cinnamon normalizes carbohydrate metabolism in the body, and as a result, fat metabolism, which is a defining moment for successful weight loss. The more active the metabolic processes in the body, the faster the extra pounds go.

Another remarkable property of cinnamon is the ability to suppress appetite. Just half a teaspoon of this spice a day will help to cope with hunger. You can consume the entire daily dose of the spice at breakfast, but it will be more efficient to divide it into several equal parts and use it between meals or with snacks.

It is well known that in violation of lipid metabolism, the body begins to actively accumulate subcutaneous fat, skin problems arise, and in the future this can lead to very serious diseases and hormonal disruptions. Cinnamon will help to normalize not only metabolic processes, but also remove harmful toxins that retain excess fat in the body.

Many people with overweight problems suffer from bowel problems. Frequent constipation and bloating makes their life uncomfortable.Cinnamon will come to the rescue in this case too - it neutralizes the pathogenic intestinal flora, normalizes intestinal motility and is able to remove parasites.

And its main advantage is that cinnamon is very tasty and fragrant. Using cinnamon recipes for weight loss, you will make this process pleasant and useful. The aroma of cinnamon will charge you with energy and good mood for the whole day, and you will not be stressed about the restrictions in your diet. You will understand that losing weight can be delicious!

Moreover, for lovers of sweets, the use of cinnamon will be a real salvation, the aroma of cinnamon can mislead our brain and morning porridge with oatmeal will be perceived as an exquisite dessert. Another little secret, if you add cinnamon to your morning coffee, it can completely replace sugar in it. The recipe for coffee with cinnamon will be given below.

This combination is a powerful fat burner that activates metabolic processes and enriches your digestive tract with beneficial microflora.

Kefir diets have long been very popular, as this lactic acid product is easily digested, saturates the stomach and has a low calorie content. But kefir diets have one drawback - this is an obsessive feeling of hunger, especially when fasting days are spent on kefir alone. But if you add a pinch of cinnamon to kefir, the feeling of hunger will go away.

There are several recipes for cinnamon kefir and empirically you can find one that will delight your taste buds and fight excess weight.

This drink can be used as a snack or as a substitute for a second breakfast and afternoon snack.

You need 1.5 liters of kefir and 0.5 teaspoon of cinnamon. Mix thoroughly cinnamon and kefir, and refrigerate. Drink in equal portions throughout the day.

This cocktail is far superior in its fat-burning properties to the classic recipe, but not everyone will like it. Kefir neutralizes the spiciness of pepper, but for those who do not like hot and spicy drinks at all, it will not work.

To prepare it, you need to grate the ginger root on a fine grater to get about a teaspoon. Mix 1 liter of kefir with grated ginger, 0.5 teaspoon of cinnamon and add a pinch of red chili pepper. This drink should be drunk half an hour before meals.

Apples and cinnamon are an ideal combination in terms of their taste and organoleptic qualities, and in combination with kefir it is also a fat-burning cocktail.

To prepare it, take 2-3 apples, cut them into pieces, removing the seeds. Apples are best pureed with a blender, but if the device is not at hand, you can grate the fruit on a fine grater. Mix 1 liter of kefir with applesauce and add 0.5 teaspoon of cinnamon. Such a cocktail will be a delightful sweet finish to any meal.

Such a mixture can replace a full dinner, while you will be full and get all the necessary micro and macro elements, as well as vitamins. The beneficial properties of prunes and bran will work all night and in the morning will gently remove all harmful and dangerous toxins from the body. Fiber-rich bran will ensure satiety. This mixture can be consumed in the form of porridge or as a cocktail, adjusting the amount of kefir.

For one serving, you need to take two teaspoons of bran, 2-3 prunes, a quarter teaspoon of cinnamon and a glass of kefir. If prunes with a stone - it must be removed. Pour boiling water over the bran so that the water completely covers them, they should swell. Prunes also need to be poured with boiling water. After the bran swells, pour a glass of kefir into the blender bowl, add the bran, prunes and cinnamon. Whisk the mixture and the cocktail is ready!

If you do not like kefir, then you can replace it with milk. Of course, it has much less bifidobacteria, but it is rich in calcium and vitamins. When using milk in cocktails, pay attention to its fat content. It is advisable to eat foods low in fat.

Recipes of milk with cinnamon will be a salvation for people who are contraindicated in the use of kefir: with high acidity and other diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.

This great drink is not only tasty and aromatic, it helps reduce appetite and stimulate metabolism. If you regularly drink green tea, which is an antioxidant, in combination with cinnamon, the process of losing weight will be quick and enjoyable.

Many manufacturers produce ready-made teas with the aroma of cinnamon, but such tea will not have an effect for weight loss, so you need to purchase high-quality leaf green tea. When brewing green tea, add one or two cinnamon sticks to it. You can drink this tea throughout the day as you wish.

In the cold season, two or three clove flowers, a little cardamom and two or three dried anise fruits can be added to such a drink. This drink will warm you on cold winter evenings and cheer you up.

Everyone knows about the fat-burning and antioxidant properties of coffee today. Coffee is a part of many diets, and its tandem with cinnamon will become an active assistant in matters of weight loss. In addition, cinnamon can neutralize the negative properties of caffeine. Cinnamon will remove the excessive stimulating effect and tachycardia. Cinnamon is able to completely replace sugar in this drink, it will give it a pleasant aroma and slightly sweet taste. A pinch of cinnamon added to cappuccino will make the drink a real dessert.

Get into a good habit - when brewing morning coffee, add cinnamon powder to the cezve on the tip of a knife. This drink will give strength, give a good mood and will contribute to weight loss.

This combination will be a great addition to meat dishes, sauces, cottage cheese or pastries. In any recipe where ginger is present, cinnamon and hot pepper will be appropriate. Cooked with a combination of these spices, dishes will contribute to weight loss. Thanks to the miraculous properties of cinnamon, the size of your portions will be significantly smaller, respectively, and the number of calories consumed will decrease.

Cut the chicken breast into random pieces. Prepare the marinade: mix the juice of half a lemon with 0.5 teaspoon of cinnamon, with 0.5 teaspoon of finely grated ginger root, with a pinch of hot pepper and nutmeg, if desired, you can add a little mustard. Marinate the chicken pieces, it is desirable that the meat is marinated for about two hours. Pickled meat is sent to the oven for 10-15 minutes at a temperature of 200 degrees.

For active weight loss, cinnamon is used for body wraps at home. Cinnamon stimulates the exchange in skin cells, tones the upper layer of the epithelium and helps fight cellulite. Wraps are carried out every other day for a month. In a month, your skin will become toned, and fat deposits will significantly decrease in volume.

For two tablespoons of olive oil, you need 2-3 drops of cinnamon essential oil and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. The oil needs to be heated in a water bath and add cinnamon oil and ground cinnamon. Lubricate problem areas with the resulting composition, wrap with foil, cover with a blanket and lie for 20-30 minutes. After the procedure, you must take a warm shower.

In heated vegetable oil, preferably olive or linseed, add a teaspoon of cinnamon and half a teaspoon of ground red chili pepper. The wrapping procedure is similar to the first recipe. This recipe has contraindications, it can not be used for skin lesions and varicose veins.

Contraindications for the use of cinnamon are minimal, but still they are:

• when breastfeeding, it is better to refrain from using cinnamon;
• with individual intolerance;
• at elevated temperature;
• do not consume cinnamon on an empty stomach, it can cause nausea and even vomiting.