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Saturday, November 1, 2014

True Cinnamom

What is Cinnamon ?

Cinnamon is a spice that can be purchased in its ground / powdered form or in the form of sticks (or 'quills'). Cinnamon has a fascinating history, which includes its role in war, its use as currency and its use as an aphrodisiac. The word 'cinnamon' commonly refers to two different spices, both of which are made of aromatic and warming tree barks.

Varieties of Cinnamon

In North America, the most common spice labeled as 'cinnamon' is actually cassia, a similar spice also known as Chinese cinnamon. It is harvested from the bark of theCinnamomum aromaticum tree. Cinnamomum aromaticum is an evergreen tree native to southern Bangladesh, China, India, Uganda and Vietnam. Cassia is cheaper to produce and has a bolder, less subtle flavor than true cinnamon, so it is sometimes referred to as 'bastard cinnamon.'

The spice more correctly known as cinnamon is harvested from the inner bark of theCinnamomum verum tree. It is also known as 'Ceylon cinnamon,' a reference to its native country of Sri Lanka (which was formerly known as Ceylon). Today, Ceylon cinnamon is commonly grown in Sri Lanka,  Ceylon cinnamon has a delicate, nuanced flavor that works well in sweet and savory foods and drinks. It has a paler color than cassia and is comprised of many thin layers of bark rather than a single coiled strip of bark. True cinnamon is soft enough to be ground in a (clean) coffee grinder.
 
Other varieties of cinnamon include Cinnamomum aromaticum (a close relative of Ceylon cinnamon, Saigon cinnamon (also known as Vietnamese cinnamon or Cinnamon loureiroi), camphor laurel (Cinnamon camphora), malabathrum (Cinnamon tamala) and Indonesian cinnamon (Cinnamon burmannii).
                                       

Cinnamon & Health

Cinnamon is used for a variety of health benefits in alternative medicine. These include treatment for colds, digestive problems and painful menstrual periods. Some people also use cinnamon as a diabetes treatment.

Culinary Uses of Cinnamon

The majority of culinary 'cinnamon' sold in the United States is actually cassia. True cinnamon is more widely available in Sri Lanka, cinnamon and cassia are both commonly used to flavor foods and beverages. Although it is often used to flavor sweet foods, cassia can also lend warmth and flavor to savory meat and curry dishes. True cinnamon is also sometimes used in savory dishes in the Middle East.TRUE CINNAMON




                                            

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Sunday, July 13, 2014



SPICE UP YOUR LIFE WITH THE GOODNESS OF HERBS & SPICES

Chances you are sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon in your bowl of cereal in the morning , add a little pepper to your soup, or oregano seasoning to your pizza topping without giving the spice much thought. Who would have thought that nearly every spice in existence has goodness as well as some interesting facts lurking in its history?


Food lovers will turn up their  noses at dishes that don't have the right combination of flavours. Good cooks will swear by their spices down to the last pinch.
Spices are vital part of culinary art. They are used for cooking in all parts of the world. 
One of the joy of travel in Sri Lanka is the delicious , Spice rich food. Cardamom, Cloves & Cinnamon are endemic to Sri Lanka. Our ancestors used "Kaluduru" to prepare meals
Fragrant clove, nutmeg , cardamom, mace, cinnamon & pepper thrive in the hills of Sri Lanka . They are produced for export significance.


During early historical times too Sri Lanka, known as "Taprobane" , was world renowned for its quality spices. Greeks, Romans & the Arabic people maintained their link with the isle through the spice trade. The Portuguese, Dutch & British soon began trading spices. They began incorporating their own history & influences into the field. 
The saying,"a herb is a friend of physicians & the praise of cooks" rightly suggests the dual role of herbs & spices in flavoring & providing health benefits. Besides their aroma , flavour & preservative properties, herbs & spices are known for their therapeutic benefits. Research has shown that they have the potential to boost metabolism, promote satiety , help with weight management & improve the overall quality of your diet.






     

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Saturday, May 31, 2014

Kitul Syrup
 
 
What's Kitul? 
Extracted from Kitul Palm (Caryota urens), Kitul Pany, as it is called in Sri Lanka, has been long loved and traditionally used as a sweetener. A precious gift from Nature, that is commonly used to sweeten tea and as ingredients for yogurt and ice cream.The palm nectar contains 74mg of Inositol (Vitamin B-complex)per 100g. With only 275 calories per 100g, it's highly recommended for people who take care over maintaining their correct blood-glucoselevels. The healthy syrup is water-soluble,  hot or cold, which makes it's convenient and kind to dishes.
Kitul Syrup for Good Breakfast
Do you want to start your day with Kitul Syrup nurtured under bright sunshine and with abundant supply of fresh water? Together withcrispy toast, soft omelette, and fruits and yogurts, enjoy Kitul Syrup, a True Friend of Breakfast.

Tips for eating Kitul Syrup
Drizzle it over top of the yogurts.
Dissolve desired amount of liquid honey to
sweeten tea or coffee.
Pour it over freshly baked pancakes.
As alternative to caramel sauce for pudding
Blend it with banana milk shake.
As an ingredient for confectionery or sweets.

What's Inositol?
For many years, it has been well-known that Inositol is a nutrient and a lipotropic that prevents the accumulation of fat and cholesterolin the liver. It is generally known as a vitamin B-complex andconsidered essential forcell growth,  Inositol is commonly used to prevent and as medication for fatty liver and hepatic cirrhosis, as well being a supplement for adult and infants. Inositol also has a substantial component of phospholipid  (constituent of cytomembrane) present, which is largely contained in the neural membrane. By thus providing nutrients to the cells of the brain, Inositol playsan essential role to neuro-system, as well as maintaining healthy hair and preventing eczema.

To prevent hepatic cirrhosis and arteriosclerosis
To lower LDL (low-density    lipoprotein-cholesterol)
To provide nutrients with brain cell
To maintain hairs healthy
To prevent eczema

Please contact "Ceylon Spice" for 100% natural
Kithul Treacle & Kithul Jaggery.

USD 18.00 per 750ml bottle

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Saturday, May 24, 2014

Bees Honey and Cinnamon

 Health Tips for Bees Honey and Cinnamon

Bees Honey and cinnamon.

 

It has been found that a mix of bees honey and cinnamon cures most diseases in human beings. Honey contains many substances, which include two kinds of sugar- laevulose, enzymes, many vitamins, small amounts of proteins and acids. That is why honey is good for our health and fitness.

How do Bees Makes Honey?  

 

How many of us know how the honey that we enjoy at our breakfast table each day is prepared? It is an interesting story. Bees live in colonies. A honeybee colony consists of three categories of bees, the workers, the drones and the queen bee. The workers provide food and protection to the colony, the drones or fertile males who mate with the queen, and finally the queen, who lays eggs.Honey is made by the worker bees in the beehive The worker bees have many duties. In the beginning, they clean and polish the hives. After some days, they look after the larvae of the bees. Eventually, they go out to collect the nectar form flowers.

Honey is their food, and so, for the bees, making honey is the most important thing in their duty. That is like collecting food from flowers. The flowers contain sweet liquid called nectar. The bees drink this nectar and carry it to the beehive in their honey sacs. A bee must visit about 1000 flowers to fill its honey sac. The honey sac is located near the belly of the bee. A valve separates it from the belly. The sugar present in the nectar undergoes a chemical reaction. The water present in the nectar evaporates, and honey is formed, which can be stored in the hive for a very long time. The honey is needed for the bee’s colony as food.

There are many ways of extracting honey form the hive. The comb can be squeezed to yield honey. A machine called honey extractor is also available for removing honey from the combs. The color and taste of various kinds of honey vary depending upon nectar of the flowers collected. Honey is produced naturally and commercially in most of the countries of the world. Scientists of today have discovered honey as very effective medicine for all kinds of diseases.

Honey can be used without side effects. Today’s science says that even though honey is sweet, when it is taken in the right dosage as a medicine, it does not harm even diabetic patients. For us human beings it has been found that a mix of bees honey and cinnamon cures many diseases.

Cinnamon is a spice that can be purchased in its ground or powdered form or in the form of sticks. The spice more correctly known as cinnamon is harvested from the inner bark of the Cinnamon tree. It is also known as 'Ceylon cinnamon,' a reference to its native country of Sri Lanka. Today, Ceylon cinnamon is commonly grown in Sri Lanka, India, Bangladesh, Brazil, Vietnam and Madagascar, amongst other countries. Ceylon cinnamon has a delicate, nuanced flavor that works well in sweet and savory foods and drinks. It has a paler color than cassia and is comprised of many thin layers of bark rather than a single coiled strip of bark. True cinnamon is soft enough to be ground in a grinder.

Health Remedies 


As a health remedy a paste of honey and cinnamon powder is good for heart diseases. Put it on toast instead of jelly and jam and eat it regularly for breakfast. It reduces the cholesterol and could potentially save one from heart attack. Regular use of cinnamon honey strengthens the heart beat Arthritis patients can benefit by taking one cup of hot water with two tablespoons of honey and one small teaspoon of cinnamon powder. When taken daily even chronic arthritis can be cured.

Urinary bladder infections: Take two tablespoons of cinnamon powder and one teaspoon of honey in a glass of lukewarm water and drink it. It destroys the germs in the bladder.

Cholesterol: Two tablespoons of honey and three teaspoons of Cinnamon Powder mixed in 16 ounces of tea water given to a cholesterol patient was found to reduce the level of cholesterol in the blood by 10 percent within two hours. As mentioned for arthritic patients, when taken three times a day, any chronic cholesterol-could be cured. According to information received in the said Journal, pure honey taken with food daily relieves complaints of cholesterol. Just 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon per day can lower LDL cholesterol.

Colds: Those suffering from common or severe colds should take one tablespoon lukewarm honey with 1/4 spoon cinnamon powder daily for three days. This process will cure most chronic cough, cold, and, clear the sinuses, and it's delicious too!

Upset Stomach: Honey taken with cinnamon powder cures stomach ache and also is said to clear stomach ulcers from its root. Cinnamon powder sprinkled on two tablespoons of honey taken before food is eaten relieves acidity and digests the heaviest of meals.

Immune System: Daily use of honey and cinnamon powder strengthens the immune system and protects the body from bacterial and viral attacks. Scientists have found that honey has various vitamins and iron in large amounts. Constant use of Honey strengthens the white blood corpuscles  to fight bacterial and viral diseases.

Influenza: A scientist in Spain has proved that honey contains a natural 'Ingredient' which kills the influenza germs and saves the patient from flu. When added to food, it acts as an antibacterial and inhibits bacterial growth and food spoilage, making it a natural food preservative. High in Nutrients It is a great source of manganese, fiber, iron, and calcium.

Longevity: Tea made with honey and cinnamon powder, when taken regularly, arrests the ravages of old age. Use four teaspoons of honey, one teaspoon of cinnamon powder, and three cups of boiling water to make a tea. Drink 1/4 cup, three to four times a day. It keeps the skin fresh and soft and arrests old age.

Pimples: Three tablespoons of honey and one teaspoon of cinnamon powder paste. Apply this paste on the pimples before sleeping and wash it off the next morning with warm water. When done daily for two weeks, it removes all pimples from the root.

Skin Infections: Applying honey and cinnamon powder in equal parts on the affected parts cures eczema, ringworm and all types of skin Infections.

Weight Loss: Daily in the morning one half hour before breakfast and on an empty stomach, and at night before sleeping, drink honey and cinnamon powder boiled in one cup of water. When taken regularly, it reduces the weight of even the most obese person. Also, drinking this mixture regularly does not allow the fat to accumulate in the body even though the person may eat a high calorie diet.

Cancer: Recent research in Japan and Australia has revealed that advanced cancer of the stomach and bones have been cured successfully. Patients suffering from these kinds of cancer should daily take one tablespoon of honey with one teaspoon of cinnamon powder three times a day for one month. Cancer Prevention 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.

Fatigue: Recent studies have shown that the sugar content of honey is more helpful rather than being detrimental to the strength of the body.

Bad Breath: People of South America, gargle with one teaspoon of honey and cinnamon powder mixed in hot water first thing in the morning so their breath stays fresh throughout the day.

 Hearing Loss; Daily morning and night honey and cinnamon powder, taken in equal parts restores hearing. Good quality of Cinnamon powder will be available at Sri Lanka which is largest producer in Asia.

Wednesday, May 14, 2014

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