There is much evidence that cinnamon helps with blood sugar maintenance, but it also helps lower high blood pressure. Randomized placebo-controlled trials show that short term consumption of cinnamon resulted in lower diastolic and systolic pressure levels in people with type 2 diabetes. The spice naturally relaxes blood vessels and is an anti-inflammatory, which can ease hypertension.

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