According to statistics, about 300 million people worldwide are ill with diabetes. This disease is almost impossible to cure, but the diseased can live well just by observing certain dietary rules. In this case, it is not necessary to give up all delicious foods. After all, some of them also have useful properties. So, for example, cinnamon in type 2 diabetes mellitus has an excellent effect.
This form of the disease is characterized by the fact that a person needs to do insulin injections. The incidence is quite high, almost 90% of all patients have 2 type .In this case, patients need to adhere to a certain diet and observe the necessary rules. Unfortunately, it will take a lifetime. However, this does not mean that you should abandon many delicious dishes.
Cinnamon is a spice that belongs to the laurel family. It is very often used in confectionery and other cooking. She has a wonderful aroma that lifts the mood and causes a feeling of coziness and warmth. In addition, it has useful properties for the human body.
Useful properties of cinnamon
- Vitamins. Cinnamon contains vitamins and trace elements necessary for human beings such as ascorbic acid, vitamins A, B, C. Due to them, problems with the digestive tract disappear, immunity and cell repair increase.
- This spice contains calcium, which is necessary for diabetics. Thanks to him, the work of the cardiovascular system of the body is improving.
- Essential oils and fatty acids have a beneficial effect on the nervous system. In addition, they help reduce cholesterol in the blood vessels, which is very important for diabetics.
- Tannins and mucus, which are also found in cinnamon, help to improve the functioning of the intestines.
Together, all these substances have a positive effect on the entire body as a whole.
In addition, the composition of cinnamon includes a substance called phenol. It has the following properties of
- : anti-inflammatory;
- antioxidant.
Thanks to phenol, the metabolism of carbohydrates that enter the body increases. As a result, the body constantly maintains a normal level of glucose.
In addition, if cinnamon in diabetes is constantly consumed, the cells become more sensitive to insulin. Preparations that reduce sugar, better affect the body.
Due to the fact that digestion is normalized, the weight will begin to decrease. After all, his set is very bad for patients with type 2 diabetes.
The use of cinnamon in diabetes
First of all, we must remember that this spice can not replace any medicine. It is used only as an additional tool. Doctors advise to begin its application with a half teaspoon a day. You can add cinnamon to the food, or you can drink it. In general, there are various recipes for dishes with this spice, which are most suitable for people with this disease.
- Tea with cinnamon and honey. The recipe is quite simple.1 spoon of cinnamon mixed with 2 tablespoons of liquid honey. Then this mixture must be filled with warm( but not boiling) water. And leave to infuse for 30 minutes. Then the ready infusion can be cleaned in the refrigerator. In the morning of the next day, drink half, the second part drink in the evening. Black tea with cinnamon. In 150 ml of the finished brewed tea add ΒΌ of a small spoonful of cinnamon. Allow to stand for 8 minutes, then you can drink it. Thanks to this tea, metabolic processes in the body are very accelerated. And this allows you to keep under control the amount of glucose in the body. Kefir with cinnamon. For this preparation according to this recipe, you need a root of ginger. A small piece of it should be grated, add the same amount of cinnamon. To mix. After this, 1 cup of fresh yogurt is added to this mixture. Take it in the morning before eating. This mixture will help reduce appetite, regulate metabolism, glucose will accumulate less in the blood.
- Baked apples with cinnamon or low-fat cottage cheese with this spice are also wonderful tasty dishes for people suffering from diabetes.
- Another recipe for an excellent dessert: canned pears mixed with apple juice in a blender, then add a pinch of cinnamon to the mixture( very little), and again thoroughly shake everything.
- You can prepare a milkshake with fruit, and then sprinkle it lightly with cinnamon. Also very tasty, and most importantly useful.
In addition to these recipes, you can use cinnamon in any dishes that are most to your liking. It will give a wonderful aroma of meat and vegetable dishes. The only limitation is buns, they are unlikely to bring much benefit.
Like all spices, cinnamon has its own contraindications. You can not use it in unlimited quantities, it's worth keeping to the measure.
- cinnamon should not be consumed by pregnant and lactating women;
- for allergic reactions to this spice. It will not have a positive effect, but on the contrary can lead to sad consequences;
- hypertensive patients should also give up this spice;
- for bleeding or a tendency to dilute blood;
- if cancer is suspected in the abdominal cavity;
- with intestinal irritations.
In general, if a person decided to try diabetes treatment with that spice, then it is necessary, first of all, to observe the first reaction of the organism to it. And if there is any discomfort, then you must stop taking spices, so as not to aggravate the disease.
How to choose cinnamon
Cinnamon is often confused with cassia, although their properties are slightly different. Cinnamon is more useful, so when buying it is worth paying attention to some of its features, so as not to make a mistake in choosing.
- Usually the manufacturer indicates the packaging of the product, but this does not always happen. Therefore, it is best to buy cinnamon in sticks.
- This spice has many curls in the sticks, and they are fragile enough
- The color should be uniform. If there are any differences in color, then most likely it's cassia, not cinnamon.
- Buying cinnamon is in the same place. After all, regular customers are practically not deceived.
- Sticks are stored for about a year, best of all in closed jars.
As you can see, this spice can bring great benefits to the human body. With type 2 diabetes, she will be an excellent assistant and will make treatment even more effective. But do not forget that before taking anyway it is better to consult a doctor to avoid adverse consequences.
