Ceylon cinnamon has been valued due to its medicinal benefits for decades. Such medicinal properties encouraged the exploration of the world in search of cinnamon in the 15th century. Modern scientific findings have now confirmed what was already known decades ago and encourages the use of cinnamon at a regular regime.Cinnamon contains high levels of cinnamaldehyde, which is considered to be responsible for most of its health benefits. Cinnamon is a useful tool for managing and treating diabetics by reducing blood pressure and reducing insulin resistance. Cinnamon helps to remove sugar from the blood stream which is then converted to energy.