The cinnamon tree belongs to the laurel family and comes from China and Ceylon. Cinnamon is one of the oldest medicinal spices and has an antimicrobial and revitalising effect.

 

Cinnamon tree bark and cinnamon blossoms are used for medicinal purposes in Ayurveda and homeopathy.

 

 

Cinnamon (lat. Cinnamomum aromaticum; Cinnamomum verum) relieves vomiting and diarrhoea, helps with states of exhaustion and supports weight gain in cases of malnutrition. In the past, Ceylon cinnamon was used to treat worm diseases.

 

During pregnancy, however, Ceylon cinnamon should only be consumed in moderation.