Researchers conducted a meta-analysis on cinnamon's effects on blood glucose levels, finding inconclusive results. More research is needed to determine potential health benefits.
Researchers studied the impact of cinnamon on lipid levels in individuals with diabetes. Care about the findings if you want to explore natural ways to manage lipid levels in diabetes.
Cinnamon water extract (CWE) improved diarrhea symptoms, increased colonic transit time, and altered gut microbiota composition by increasing certain metabolites and changing microbial groups.
This study investigates the potential anti-diabetic effects of Sri Lankan cinnamon extract in patients with type-2 diabetes, which has not been explored before.
Researchers developed wound dressings using TG, PVA, GO, and CMO with electron beam irradiation. Improved gel content, antimicrobial activity, and wound healing efficacy. CMO-(PVA/TG)-GO dressings show promise for wound care.
Study found that cinnamon supplementation can improve cardiovascular risk markers in women with PCOS. Cinnamon's anti-inflammatory and insulin-sensitizing properties make it a potential therapeutic agent for PCOS-related cardiovascular complications.
Study evaluated essential oils for antimicrobial activity against biofilms on dental acrylic resin. EOs of and showed higher action than standard treatments. EOs could be effective in reducing biofilm on dental acrylic resin.
Tannic acid and cinnamon essential oil loaded Pickering emulsion improves food preservation with enhanced stability and antimicrobial activity. Ideal for co-loading multiple agents for effective delivery system.
Researchers studied the impact of cold water swimming exercise and cinnamon supplements on HbA1C levels and two genes in diabetic rats. This non-drug approach could help prevent and improve diabetes in developing countries.
A spice blend of cinnamon bark and turmeric root extracts (CCSB) showed strong antioxidant properties and reduced inflammation in brain cells exposed to β-amyloid. It has potential as a treatment for Alzheimer's disease.
Indian spice essential oils such as cardamom, clove, cinnamon, and bay leaves exhibit antibacterial properties, with cinnamon and a cardamom-cinnamon blend being the most effective. Cinnamon oil's active compounds bind to bacterial proteins, increasing susceptibility to the oil, making these oils potential weapons against foodborne pathogens.
Cinnamon extracts, when co-administered with the anticancer drug cetuximab, reduce the required drug dose for colorectal cancer treatment. These extracts induce apoptosis in cancer cells and may be used as adjuvants to minimize side effects of the drug.
Plant essential oils (EOs) were tested for their antifungal activity against gray mold and brown rot. Results showed that certain EOs inhibited the growth of the fungi, suggesting their potential use for controlling these diseases in fruit and vegetable storage.
This study found that the vapor phases of ZEO and CEO, containing thymol and cinnamaldehyde, had strong antifungal effects against fungi in vitro and in cheese. They could be used as natural antifungals in cheese production, replacing synthetic preservatives.
This meta-analysis of 24 randomized controlled trials found that cinnamon supplementation significantly reduced fasting blood sugar, insulin resistance, and hemoglobin A1C levels in patients with type 2 diabetes. Cinnamon may be an effective adjunct therapy for managing diabetes.
This study genetically characterizes Cinnamomum species, including Ceylon Cinnamon, using chloroplast genomes, nuclear ITS regions, and mitochondrial genes. It identifies the chloroplast gene ycf1 as a barcode and an indel region in ycf1 that differentiates C. verum from India and Sri Lanka.
Researchers optimized a technique to encapsulate essential oils in chitosan nanoparticles. The nanoparticles showed strong antibacterial, antifungal, and antiparasitic activity, making them a potential treatment for skin infections.
Researchers studied the impact of chemical diluents on the antimicrobial activity of cinnamon bark essential oil vapor, finding that the type of diluent used influences its effectiveness against bacteria. This knowledge is crucial for creating effective decontamination methods for food and food-contact surfaces with essential oils.
Cinnamon has potential health benefits for heart health but the evidence is conflicting. This study aims to provide a definitive answer by analyzing multiple studies on the topic.
Cinnamon essential oil (CEO) can be used as a natural food preservative, but its low solubility and degradability are limitations. Encapsulation and delivery systems like spray drying and liposomes have been developed to improve CEO's efficiency, enhancing food preservation and extending shelf life.
This study found that a cinnamon extract containing cinnamaldehyde has anti-cancer effects on colorectal cancer cells by inhibiting cell viability, proliferation, migration, inducing cell cycle arrest, causing mitochondrial stress, and activating apoptotic proteins.
Selected essential oils (EOs) with promising antibacterial and antiviral properties against SARS-CoV-2 and bacteria were identified, along with suggested nano-emulsion dosage form. Mechanisms of antiviral activity were explored.
Cinnamon extracts contain bioactive compounds that can inhibit the activity of the virus and increase antioxidant activity, potentially reducing the risk of COVID-19 infection. Ethanol extract showed higher phenolic content and greater free radical scavenging activity compared to water extract, indicating cinnamon's preventive properties against SARS-CoV-2.
Researchers used molecular techniques to investigate the interactions between apolipoprotein E4 (ApoE4) and cinnamon-derived compounds for developing effective diagnostic strategies and treatment for Alzheimer's disease (AD). Epicatechin was found to have the highest binding affinity to ApoE4 by forming strong hydrogen bonds with specific residues. Adding a hydroxyl group to epicatechin increased its binding affinity to ApoE4, indicating promising therapeutic candidates for AD.