New Delhi:- Cinnamon has a special place among all the spices. Its use is mandatory for biryani as well as non-veg dishes. Let us tell you, cinnamon is not only good in terms of taste and aroma, but is also very beneficial for health. There are two main types of cinnamon – Cassia cinnamon, Ceylon cinnamon. Of the two, Cassia cinnamon is considered to be the most special and beneficial. Its price is also higher. Ceylon cinnamon is also called real cinnamon. It is found in Sri Lanka and southern parts of India. At the same time, Cassia cinnamon is also called Chinese cinnamon.
How does cinnamon grow?
Cinnamon tree is known as Cinnamomum verum. We know the bark of this tree as cinnamon. It is grown extensively in Sri Lanka. Cassia cinnamon is most commonly used in our country. It is mostly grown in China. This is the most common variety of cinnamon. Its taste is spicy. It is dark in colour. It is used in baked products. It contains high levels of coumarin.
Some more types of cinnamon are Vietnamese cinnamon or Saigon cinnamon, Indonesian cinnamon, Malabar cinnamon. Sri Lankan variety of cinnamon is grown in Kerala. It is also called Malabar cinnamon. However, here it is grown in small quantities. Recently, some southern states have started growing Sri Lankan cinnamon.
Why is Sri Lankan cinnamon good?
Health experts and agricultural experts say that Sri Lankan cinnamon is superior in taste and quality. Antioxidants are abundant in cinnamon. This helps in strengthening the immune system. Many studies have shown that cinnamon is very beneficial for the prevention of heart disease. According to experts, a person can take 120 mg cinnamon daily. Cinnamon is also very beneficial for diabetes patients. Many researches have revealed that drinking cinnamon powder mixed with hot water keeps the blood sugar level under control.
How to identify Sri Lankan cinnamon variety?
remains wrapped in a roll
It is not very harsh.
It is so soft that it breaks easily.
Its color is light saffron.
How to identify Chinese cinnamon?
Chinese cinnamon is hard.
Cinnamon does not break easily.
The price will also be less.
Cassia is written on it in English.
It is dark brown in colour.
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