Cinnamomum Verum also known as Ceylon Cinnamon, Cinnamomum Zeylancium or Real Cinnamon can be found in its true form only in the south west of the Island nation of Sri Lanka.(Ceylon) For centuries, True Cinnamon has been sought by all the greatest civilizations of the earth starting from the Egyptians to the British Kings and Queens.
Cinnamon Verum is the bark of the cinnamon tree, whish is an evergreen species. The bark of the Cinnamon tree is used as a spice in many dishes found around the world,. It is also ground into a fine powder also used as a spice but mostly used in supplements. The Essential Oil is also extracted from the bark as well as the leaves. The wood is used to make Cinnamon Toothpicks and ornamentals.
The affinity between cinnamon and Ceylon is so great that the scientific name for cinnamon is derived from the islands former colonial name Ceylon (Zeylan)
With new research uncovering amazing benefits in the spice, it is now more valuable than ever. It has been clinically proven that Cinnamomum Verum can help prevent and cure diabetes, boost memory, help circulation, Lower “Bad” Cholesterol, contains antiseptic properties , relieves pain , relieves cold, aids digestion and Flu and Battles Heart Disease
Although most of the ancient civilizations did not suffer from diabetes, there were countless herbal remedies consisting mainly of cinnamon. These remedies have been clinically proven.
In over 4000 years of use Cinnamomum Verum has shown no side effects. Cinnamomum Verum has 1250 times less coumarin than Cassia which is sold as Cinnamon in the US and Canada.