Cinnamon is a powerhouse of phytochemicals, and is one of the richest sources of antioxidants found in the world. However what most people don’t realize is that if you live in the US or Europe, is that the cinnamon powder in your pantry is most likely Cassia and not true Ceylon Cinnamon. Cassia, mainly from China, commercially branded as Cinnamon, is widely sold in US, Canadian and European supermarkets, and has high levels of a substance called coumarin. Coumarin in high doses can cause liver damage failure.
The biggest advantage of Ceylon (true) Cinnamon is ultra-low coumarin levels. For people who take cinnamon on a daily basis, Ceylon Cinnamon is the best choice!
TASTE: Ceylon cinnamon is a milder sweet & spicy cinnamon; whereas cassia cinnamon has a very sharp & spicy smell and flavor.
