Dar Cheeni Ceylon
· Common Name: Asli Dar Cheeni, Ceylon Cinnamon, True Cinnamon, Kalmi Dalchini
· English Name: Ceylon Cinnamon Bark
· Urdu Name: دار چینی سیلون
· Scientific Name: Cinnamomum Verum
· Halal
· Vegetarian
Description
Dar Cheeni Ceylon is a sweet-flavored spice derived from the inner bark of the Cinnamomum tree. This is referred to as "true cinnamon" known for its delicate aroma, sweet flavor, and light brown color. It is highly valued for being healthier than the common cinnamon variety. It has a long history of use in traditional medicine. It is commonly used in baking and cooking. It can be found in sticks or as a ground powder. It is a popular ingredient in many desserts and savory dishes. It has been used for thousands of years in traditional medicine for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It is also used to treat respiratory problems, digestive issues, lower blood sugar levels, improve insulin sensitivity, and reduce heart disease by lowering total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, triglycerides, and blood pressure. Cinnamon has antifungal and antibacterial properties. Perfect for simmering in teas, milk, and curries, adding to desserts, or simply infusing dishes with its comforting warmth. Each stick promises both fragrance and potential metabolic support. It is useful in supporting brain function through its antioxidant properties, especially in Alzheimer’s disease. Unlike regular cinnamon, Ceylon cinnamon has very low levels of coumarin, a compound that can cause liver damage in high doses.
Healthy Daily Serving Size
1 gram daily, which contains 2 calories.
Key Nutrients in 1 Gram of Dar Cheeni Ceylon
The exact content can vary based on variety, growing conditions, and process methodology. The overall amount is as follows.
- Carbohydrates: 1 gram, with nearly all of it being dietary fiber.
- Protein: 0.1 gram.
- Fat: 0.03 gram.
- Sugar: 0.1 gram.
- Vitamin K: 0.3 microgram.
- Vitamin A: 1 microgram.
- Vitamin B9: 0.1 microgram.
- Vitamin B3: 10 microgram.
- Vitamin B6: 4 microgram.
- Manganese: 0.2 milligram.
- Calcium: 10 milligrams.
- Iron: 0.1 milligram.
- Potassium: 4 milligrams.
- Magnesium: 1 milligram.
- Cinnamaldehyde: 15 milligrams.
- Coumarin: 0.05 milligrams (lower than common cinnamon).
- Polyphenols: 72 milligrams.
- Eugenol: 7.2 milligrams.
