- This is pure Ceylon cinnamon ( Cinnamomum zeylanicum or Cinnamomum verum ) which is native to the island of Sri Lanka. Ceylon cinnamon sticks are soft, curled like a cigar with several thin strips of cinnamon bark, and flake easily.
Skilled workmen use a unique handcrafted procedure to make the sticks from the inner bark of the cinnamon tree. Cinnamon stems are harvested after 2 years of growth and the thin inner bark is removed. Then sliced into strips, rolled into quills, and dried into the product you'll see on your hand.
Grade ALBA
- In the cinnamon sticks group, Ceylon Alba cinnamon is the thinnest and finest cinnamon grade. This is also known to be the highest commercial quality cinnamon and therefore bears the highest price tag. Alba is produced by very skilled peelers due to its thin gauge diameter similar to a pencil (6-7 mm). Among the other grades, Alba has the best sweet flavor, strongest scent and golden hue.
Exclusive Flavor
- Possess sweet-spicy flavor with hints of cloves and Citrus which is unique to Ceylon Cinnamon. Because of the greater concentration of Cinnamaldehyde, as well as other many compounds including Eugenol in the Ceylon Cinnamon bark.
Distinct Aroma
- Gives an elegant exotic fragrance that is refreshing and reducing the feelings of depression, faintness, and exhaustion.
Premium Quality
- This product is made entirely of natural ingredients and has been cultivated and processed according to the Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) and standard regulatory requirements.
Versatility
- Cinnamon provides a sweet and spicy taste to teas, coffee, hot chocolate and a variety of baked goods, for a tasty burst with a nice scent, sprinkle some shavings on them. Cinnamon is the world's most popular baking spice. You'll recognize its familiar taste and aroma in cakes, cookies and pies, dumplings, puddings, pastries and ice cream. It's common in savory dishes too; soups, chutneys, catsup, pickles, squash, vinegar and meat glazes. These sticks may also be used as an air freshener and also possess therapeutic effects.
Refined
- No natural or artificial flavors, Sulphur Dioxide (SO2), or other preservatives, additives, or any chemical enhancers are blended or infused in this product. Not mingled with any other varieties of Cinnamon; As a result, True Ceylon cinnamon's valuable medicinal qualities have not been marred.
Ultra-Low Coumarin Content
- Studies have proven that Ceylon cinnamon bark has low Coumarin (1,2-benzopyrone) levels of 0.004%. Therefore, it is commonly used in pharmaceutical or nutraceutical supplements. Ceylon cinnamon is safer to consume without undue concerns.
Positive Health Benefits
- Cinnamon’s medicinal effects are invaluable. It lowers blood sugar and serum cholesterol levels. Decreases inflammation. Controls blood pressure. Regulates metabolism. And helps weight loss & much more.
Packaging
- Our attractive and safe packing under hygienic environment to meet food safety requirements keeps essentially the contents fresh, good tasting and flavoring.
What is Ceylon?
Simply it is Sri Lanka. In ancient times, Sri Lanka was known by various names, including Lanka, Lankadeepa or Lakdiva, Tambapanni, Taprobane, Serendib, Zeylan or Seylan and Ceylon, which was the colonial British's name and the official name until 1972, when it was changed to “Sri Lanka”.
Then what is Ceylon Cinnamon?
The real or Ceylon cinnamon, Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume (syn. Cinnamomum verum Berchthold & Presl), and seven additional cinnamon species are native to Sri Lanka. Which means they are naturally restricted or belong exclusively to Sri Lankan geographical area. Due to its chemical composition, excellent quality, established health advantages compared to other cinnamon species, Ceylon cinnamon is quite pricey.
Sri Lanka has been the world's leading provider of real cinnamon for over seven centuries, and it still has a 90% market dominance. C. zeylanicum was first gathered in the rainforests of Sri Lanka's south-western area, where it was originated.
How does Ceylon cinnamon differ from cassia?
Cinnamomum is a genus with approximately 250 aromatic species, most of which are found in Asia and Australia. Many of these species have a strong scent and are therefore used as flavorings.
The most economically significant cinnamon species are,
1. Ceylon cinnamon ( Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume) and
2. Cassia ( Cinnamomum cassia J. Presl)
Here is a general comparison between 2 species.
Ceylon Cinnamon
Cassia
Synonyms
Cinnamomum verum J.S. Presl
Laurus cinnamomum L.
Cinnamomum aromaticum Nees
C. cassia Nees ex Blume
Common names
True cinnamon,
Ceylon cinnamon,
Real cinnamon,
Mexican cinnamon
Cassia cinnamon,
Chinese cinnamon,
Cassia bark,
Tung Hing
Bark
Almost thin, papery, brittle, easily crushed or powdered
Thick and hard when dried
Color
Pale yellowish-brown
Dark brown in color
Quills
Has a single spiral curl and filled with multiple layers of short pieces of bark
Has a double curl when dries and only a few single layers of bark in quill
Flavor and aroma
Delicate, mild sweet and complex
Strong spicy, pungent flavor and aroma compared to Ceylon Cinnamon
Bark Coumarin content
0.004%
Up to 1 %
Country of origin
Native to Sri Lanka
China, India, Indonesia & Vietnam
One of the important things is Ceylon cinnamon has far less coumarin.
What is this Coumarin?
Cinnamon contains coumarin, a natural substance from the benzopyrene family (1,2-benzopyrone). According to health experts consuming significant amounts of coumarin is harmful to the liver and kidneys. So, if you're attempting to eat healthy while taking cinnamon, make sure it's safe and won't harm you!
Then your choice would be Ceylon Cinnamon.
Do you know how Ceylon Cinnamon is beneficial to your health?
Ceylon cinnamon is the most consumed spice in the world. Cinnamaldehyde is the bioactive component present in cinnamon. The nutrient content found in cinnamon is in a good amount. Macro and micronutrients such as energy, carbohydrate, vitamin A and C, calcium, iron, and magnesium are present.
Cinnamon has significant benefits for human health, particularly as,
Reducing feelings of depression, fatigue and exhaustion
Furthermore, cinnamon consists with,
Anti-inflammatory
Antitumor
Anticancer
Antidiabetic
Anti-hypertriglyceridemia agent
Antioxidant
Antimicrobial
Immunomodulatory effects
As per the researchers and health experts, those rewards occur mainly due to Cinnamon's phytochemical constituents such as phenolic and volatile compounds. Thus, cinnamon is very beneficial to combat many diseases and maintain health. That's an excellent thing!
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Ingredient
Summary: Ceylon King Coconut Product form: 100% fresh king coconut water
Specifications
Size: 1L Processing: It is processed using the latest UHI technology under strict quality control procedures and packaged aseptically to preserve its freshness and distinctive taste.
Origin Country: Sri Lanka Cultivation type: Organic/natural
Packaging Type: Glass Bottle Storage: Store in a cool and dry place
Rank Certificates: USDA Organic, JAS, EU Organic, HAC, KLBD Shelf life: One year
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