Nearly everyone on the planet can recognize the soothing and refreshing

aroma of cinnamon sticks.  It is a wonderful spice and medicine with a taste that is pungent, sweet and astringent. Cinnamon is very effective for strengthening the flow of circulation in the body. It relieves coughs and colds and is very beneficial to the respiratory system. It also aids in digestion, strengthens the heart and kidneys.

The possibilities to use cinnamon in your kitchen are endless.  It is commonly used in baking and mixes well with clove, nutmeg and ginger.  Add it to squash, sweet potatoes oatmeal, breads, cookies, pastries, hot cocoa, eggnog, coffee, and of course chai!

1.5 ounce