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SAFE CINNAMON

Safe Cinnamon is Cinnamon that has a low coumarin content. Coumarin is a
flavoring which is found in high concentrations in “Cassia” .Relatively small
amounts of Coumarin can damage the liver of particularly sensitive individuals. 

Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR) states that Coumarin is a flavouring
which is found in higher concentrations in the types of cinnamon grouped
together under the name “cassia cinnamon”. Relatively small amounts of coumarin
can already damage the liver of particularly sensitive individuals. However,
this is not permanent damage. Isolated coumarin may not be added to foods.

What is coumarin and where does it occur?

Coumarin is a natural flavouring and perfume that is found in many plants. It
occurs in higher concentrations in the types of cinnamon grouped together under
the name “cassia cinnamon”, for instance woodruff, tonka beans and melilot.

How much coumarin does cinnamon contain?

A rough distinction can be made between two types of cinnamon. Ceylon cinnamon
only contains low levels of coumarin which are safe from the Institute’s risk
assessment perspective. By contrast, cassia cinnamon contains high levels of
coumarin and large amounts of this cinnamon should not, therefore, be eaten.

How can consumers distinguish between Ceylon cinnamon and cassia cinnamon?

It is almost impossible for consumers to distinguish between Ceylon cinnamon and
cassia cinnamon in cinnamon powder. The situation is different in the case of
cinnamon sticks. Whereas in the case of cassia cinnamon a relatively thick layer
of the bark has been rolled into a stick, the cross-section of a Ceylon cinnamon
stick looks more like a cigarette - several thin layers of bark have been rolled
up into a cinnamon stick resulting in a comparatively compact cross-section. The
origin of the cinnamon is not normally declared on the packaging; sometimes
false information has been supplied in the past.

Have maximum levels been set for coumarin in cinnamon and who is responsible for
monitoring compliance?

No maximum level has been established for coumarin as yet. Consumer safety is,
however, ensured by the general food law provisions which prohibit the marketing
of "unsafe foods”. Furthermore, BfR believes it would be prudent to establish
maximum coumarin levels for cinnamon. BfR will prepare the scientific basis for
this. If coumarin-containing plant parts like cinnamon are used for flavouring,
then the amount of coumarin is limited to 2 milligrams per kilogram food
according to the Flavourings Ordinance. 

Food manufacturers and importers are responsible for ensuring compliance with
maximum levels. They may not place harmful foods on the market.

Here are some of the health benefits of cinnamon as found by a large number of
research studies from around the world:

- Smelling Cinnamon can boost brain functions, performance and memory.


- As little as just 1/2 teaspoon of Cinnamon per day can lower LDL cholesterol. 

- Has a regulatory effect on blood sugar, making it especially beneficial for
people with Type 2 diabetes. 

- In some studies, Cinnamon has been shown to stop medication-resistant yeast
infections.

- In a study published by researchers at the U.S. Department of Agriculture in
Maryland, Cinnamon reduced the proliferation of leukemia and lymphoma cancer
cells.

- Has an anti-clotting effect on the blood (natural blood-thinner). 

- Arthritis relief: in a study at Copenhagen University, patients given half a
teaspoon of Cinnamon powder combined with one tablespoon of honey every morning
had significant relief in arthritis pain after one week and could walk without
pain within one month(!)

- Cinnamon is a natural food preservative: Added to food, it inhibits bacterial
growth and food spoilage. 

- Cinnamon fights E. coli bacteria in unpasteurized juices and other foods.

- Excellent source of manganese, fiber, iron, calcium and other minerals.

 


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