Dear Celia, Queen of Salsa, undisputed symbol of Cuban rhythm par excellence, why sugar and not cinnamon?
To think of Celia Cruz is to think, among other things, of "¡Azúcar! Do you know how her popular battle cry was born? It doesn't really have a super story behind it. Celia was about to have a coffee in a Cuban restaurant in Miami when the waiter asked her if she wanted sugar. Sugar?" she asked in surprise, "Yes, with sugar!
Then, for those things of talent and passion for what one does, she burst out with a "Sugar" while singing the song "Mi voz" at a concert. The audience went wild with a standing ovation, making this a trademark shout.
At La Newyorkina we are more cinnamon than sugar, to be honest. That's why it's one of the ingredients in our original recipe and why we're going to tell you how beneficial it is for your health (as well as tasty).
Cinnamon is a spice extracted from the branches of a tree called cinnamon, a tree native to Sri Lanka from the Lauraceae family, with white flowers and an intoxicating smell.
The sweet and "woody" taste of cinnamon makes this spice the perfect accompaniment for sweet dishes, but also for savoury dishes and even for sprinkling on fruit, smoothies or coffee. But the great thing about cinnamon is not only its smell and taste. Beyond being a pleasure for the senses, cinnamon is a perfect ally for our health as it has a large number of benefits.
For example, cinnamon is a great
source of antioxidants that have powerful anti-inflammatory activity and prevent fats from being deposited in the arteries. Thus, it prevents cardiovascular diseases. It improves blood circulation and regulates heart rhythm.
Cinnamon is perfect for protecting our heart.
Another major beneficiary of cinnamon's effects is our digestive system. It is a
natural antacid and its components stimulate salivation and the production of gastric juices, thus facilitating digestion. It reduces intestinal bloating by reducing gas caused by the digestive process.
More super powers of cinnamon?
It reduces blood sugar levels. It contains a compound called Cinnamtannin B1 which stimulates insulin receptors and inhibits the effect of the enzyme that activates them. In short, it helps the body to manage glucose and could therefore have a positive effect on the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Cinnamon helps to regulate body temperature and
has an antibiotic effect that will help to relieve illnesses such as flu, pharyngitis, angina or the common cold. It boosts your defences and strengthens your immune system.
If you find it hard to fall asleep, counting sheep is fine, but cinnamon will help you more. Its
relaxing effect is perfect for falling into the arms of Morpheus.
As you can see, cinnamon has a sufficiently attractive cover letter to include it in your diet, don't you think? You can do it in the traditional way or with
La Newyorkina granola, so that you not only benefit from the virtues of cinnamon but also from those of granola. Can you ask for more?
Celia, we forgive you for the sugar, but for the rest of you, we recommend that, like us, you switch to Cinnamon!
