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  Ceylon Cinnamon is another impressive superfood that has taken the health food market by storm. Much of this is down to its delicious flavour, but its ability to improve certain aspects of your health also plays a large part in its popularity. But how is Ceylon Cinnamon so effective?   A love for Ceylon Cinnamon   Many people have fallen in love with this superfood because of its warm, sweet and softly spiced flavour that is a perfect match for many sweet and savoury dishes. The popularity of this tasty ingredient has continued to grow as news of its...

    Diabetes is an increasingly harmful burden on much of the world’s population. From Mauritius to Micronesia, the worldwide epidemic of rising diabetes rates is something the WHO organisation has continually warned will have huge consequences for the future of the planet. The idea that you could avoid diabetes with Ceylon Cinnamon is therefore a welcome solution worth exploring. So let’s do it!   What is diabetes? Diabetes is a metabolic disorder characterised by high blood pressure (hyperglycaemia). It occurs when the body is unable to regulate glucose levels leading to excess amounts in the blood that can seriously...

Chocolate and beautiful skin might not seem like a natural pairing. But in fact, Cacao can help keep your skin smooth, shining and wrinkle free. Rich in antioxidants, this superfood is full of beauty benefits for beautiful skin and hair. What is Cacao anyway? Cacao and cocoa may sound similar, but they are very different when it comes to their nutritional value and impact on your health. Cacao is the purest form of chocolate you can get; it’s raw and much less processed that cocoa powder or chocolate bars. The Cacao fruit tree, also known as Theobroma cacao, produces Cacao...

Chocolate is delicious. But if you’re used to consuming it in super-processed bars, then you’re missing out on some pretty special health benefits that you can only find in raw chocolate – otherwise known as Cacao. Centuries ago, the Incas grasped the importance of Cacao – going so far as to call it the 'drink of the gods'. This wasn’t just because it was delicious - but because consuming it regularly supercharged their stamina, concentration and overall energy levels. Even today, Cacao is enjoyed around the world as a natural stimulant. Here, we explore how this delicious superfood can boost...

An antioxidant rich diet is an important aspect of maintaining your overall health. Antioxidants protect us from all sorts of nasty health issues and maintain our overall wellbeing. While there are many superfoods out there that claim to be rich in antioxidants, eating more Ceylon Cinnamon may be one of the best and easiest ways to boost your intake. Why we need antioxidants Antioxidants reduce oxidative stress by keeping free radicals in check. Left to their own devices, free radicals multiply, changing the structure of cells as they go. In the long term, this oxidative stress leads to conditions like...