Cinnamon is a popular flavor for desserts and many fall- and winter-themed dishes and drinks. According to a study conducted by researchers from the University of Michigan (U-M) Life Sciences Institute (LSI), cinnamon also offers benefits when used to prevent obesity. The study was published in the journal Metabolism.
In earlier studies, researchers observed that cinnamaldehyde, an essential oil that gives cinnamon its flavor, can protect mice against obesity and hyperglycemia. But they didn’t fully understand the mechanisms underlying the effect.
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