Coffee is an essential component of almost everyone’s morning routine. In addition to being a great energy and mood booster, coffee has been found to have a profound impact on the metabolism and can even help you lose weight.
In fact, experts say that there’s one anti-inflammatory ingredient that can further promote weight loss by revving your metabolism and burning additional calories–it’s cinnamon!
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Cinnamon is more than just a sweet spice. This powerful anti-inflammatory ingredient can help reduce swelling and aid in your fight to combat chronic inflammation.
It's also loaded with polyphenols, which are antioxidants that have been found to burn fat and speed up recovery time after working out.
Key Benefits of Cinnamon:
-It's packed with antioxidants.
-It has anti-microbial properties.
-It can help lower blood sugar levels
-It can help improve brain function and has anti-cancer properties
Looking to boost your morning cup of joe even more? Try this anti-inflammatory coffee recipe that contains cinnamon and turmeric, another spice that is known for its inflammation-fighting power.
Paleo Cinnamon Turmeric Coffee Recipe
1 cup (240 ml) of black coffee
1 teaspoon Ceylon cinnamon powder + more for sprinkling on top
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
Dash of black pepper
1/4 cup (60 ml) coconut milk (or almond milk)
1 teaspoon (5 ml) coconut oil (optional)
Paleo sweeteners of choice (optional)
