Cinnamon, the magical spice that heals and helps with weight loss! Cinnamon is an excellent source of manganese, which is linked to energy provision and various metabolic processes in our body.

Two tablespoons of cinnamon provide us with:

• 38% of manganese
• 10% of dietary fiber
• 9.6% of iron
• 6% of calcium

Cinnamon is used in the traditional cuisine of many cultures. It is included as a main ingredient in recipes for:

• spice blends
• drinks and liqueurs
• coffees and sodas (e.g., cappuccino, cinnamon drink)
• desserts (cinnamon rolls, apple pie, rice pudding, baklava, zabaglione)
• meats