Cinnamon is one of the most recognize scents of the holiday season. You might have some in your pantry or in your potpourri burner perhaps. If you enjoy the scent of cinnamon, take a look below at some fantastic ways to use cinnamon in your home. These 10 unusual uses for cinnamon are simple to try and can really have you looking at cinnamon in a whole new light!
10 Unusual Uses for Cinnamon
1. Boost your brain.
Smelling cinnamon can help boost your memory and sharpen your mind. If you are having trouble focusing, try sniffing some cinnamon or enjoy a cinnamon flavored candy. The scent will help revitalize you and get your brain going.
2. Soothe yourself.
Add a little cinnamon oil to your linens, oil burners, or vacuum bag so you can enjoy the aromatherapy benefits. Cinnamon can help you feel relaxed and comfortable, as well as help you feel focused.
3. Aid your weight loss.
Cinnamon can help suppress your appetite and reduce cravings. Sprinkle a little on your morning cereal or oatmeal and reach your weight loss goals quicker.
4. Treat skin blemishes.
Cinnamon has anti fungal properties and can work wonders on your skin. Mix it into your face masks and homemade remedies for an extra boost your skin will love.
5. Freshen your breath.
Enjoy fresher breath when you gargle warm water with cinnamon in it. Simply heat some water, sprinkle, and stir. You will notice a fresher, cleaner mouth in no time.
6. Soothe bug bites.
Make a paste out of cinnamon and honey and apply it to bug bites. It will help reduce pain, swelling, and even itching. It is a wonderful chemical free alternative.
7. Fend off the flu.
Enjoy a healthier winter when you enjoy cinnamon based teas and beverages. You can also add cinnamon to your meals to help build your immunity.
8. Feed dry skin.
You can add cinnamon to your lotions and scrubs to help nourish and protect it. Simply add a teaspoon to your bath products for an extra boost.
9. Use it as a diuretic.
Cinnamon is a natural diuretic. Enjoy it in place of medications to help rid yourself of water and increase urination.
10. Plump your lips.
Mix a little cinnamon with Vaseline and apply it to your lips. The cinnamon will plump up the skin and give you a full look naturally.
Cinnamon smells great, tastes great, and has so many uses. Give one of these 10 unusual uses for cinnamon a try and see how sweet this spice really is!
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Emily Baaba Wemegah says
Great tips. More will do.
Thank you.