Comments on: Have You Tried Honey and Cinnamon for Weight Loss? http://www.weight-loss-advisor.com/blog/2006/05/23/have-you-tried-honey-and-cinnamon-for-weight-loss/ Free weight loss expert advices Tue, 25 May 2010 00:50:00 +0000 hourly 1 By: Cathy http://www.weight-loss-advisor.com/blog/2006/05/23/have-you-tried-honey-and-cinnamon-for-weight-loss/comment-page-2/#comment-84004 Cathy Fri, 21 May 2010 07:25:49 +0000 http://www.weight-loss-advisor.com/blog/2006/05/23/have-you-tried-honey-and-cinnamon-for-weight-loss/#comment-84004 I just started the honey/cinnamon tea. Adding to green tea is an excellent suggestion as green tea burns fat and speeds metabolism, as well as regulates blood sugars. So far today (first day) I noticed something really amazing. I had my tea, waited 30 minutes, then had my normal breakfast. EIGHT hours later, I just started to feel slightly hungry! I have low blood sugar and can normally only go 2 hours without food, but I felt great all day and didn't even think about food, and my energy was high! I'm looking forward to seeing what this tea does over the next week or so. By the way, this tea is also good for colds, heart problems, cholesterol, etc. Also read that a mixture of honey and cinnamon alone can be applied to skin to clear up blemishes! Wow all these benefits..and cheap too! THREE things that are very important for everyone to know when making this tea: 1. Pour Boiling water over CINNAMON ONLY. AFTER WATER HAS COOLED to warm, THEN ADD HONEY (RAW unprocessed honey, usually found at health store). DO NOT POUR BOILING WATER OVER HONEY! All the health benefits of honey are lost if you pour boiling water over it. 2. ALWAYS use 2 parts honey and 1 part cinnamon in your tea. For example: If you use 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, use 1 teaspoon of honey. 3. SOME types of cinnamon are not pure..OR SAFE. There is an ingredient in some types of cinnamon called "coumarin", which can damage the liver after prolonged use. This does not mean all cinnamon is dangerous. Below is a article on type of cinnamons that are safe and unsafe. I heard that Saigon cinnamon (found at dollar stores and discount stores) is NOT safe. There is also a warning saying that pregnant or nursing women should not consume daily cinnamon. Ceylon cinnamon is the safe cinnamon, made only from the inner bark. Do read your labels! CINNAMON INFO: Warnings: # Cinnamon is obtained from the bark of the cinnamon tree native to Sri Lanka. Ceylon cinnamon is sometimes referred to as "true cinnamon." It is fine, crumbles easily, is less aromatic, and is made only from the inner bark of the tree. Cassia is regularly sold as cinnamon and is made from the entire bark of the tree. It is stronger and somewhat bitter compared to Ceylon. It contains a chemical called coumarin that can be toxic if taken in large quantities. Small amounts of cassia will not cause any problems. If large doses (about 1/2 teaspoon) are taken regularly, it may be unsafe. Avoid more than a sprinkle of cassia cinnamon if you are pregnant. Ceylon, "true cinnamon," contains hardly any coumarin and is considered safe. I just started the honey/cinnamon tea. Adding to green tea is an excellent suggestion as green tea burns fat and speeds metabolism, as well as regulates blood sugars. So far today (first day) I noticed something really amazing. I had my tea, waited 30 minutes, then had my normal breakfast. EIGHT hours later, I just started to feel slightly hungry! I have low blood sugar and can normally only go 2 hours without food, but I felt great all day and didn’t even think about food, and my energy was high! I’m looking forward to seeing what this tea does over the next week or so. By the way, this tea is also good for colds, heart problems, cholesterol, etc. Also read that a mixture of honey and cinnamon alone can be applied to skin to clear up blemishes! Wow all these benefits..and cheap too!

THREE things that are very important for everyone to know when making this tea:

1. Pour Boiling water over CINNAMON ONLY. AFTER WATER HAS COOLED to warm, THEN ADD HONEY (RAW unprocessed honey, usually found at health store). DO NOT POUR BOILING WATER OVER HONEY! All the health benefits of honey are lost if you pour boiling water over it.

2. ALWAYS use 2 parts honey and 1 part cinnamon in your tea. For example:
If you use 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, use 1 teaspoon of honey.

3. SOME types of cinnamon are not pure..OR SAFE. There is an ingredient in some types of cinnamon called “coumarin”, which can damage the liver after prolonged use. This does not mean all cinnamon is dangerous. Below is a article on type of cinnamons that are safe and unsafe. I heard that Saigon cinnamon (found at dollar stores and discount stores) is NOT safe. There is also a warning saying that pregnant or nursing women should not consume daily cinnamon. Ceylon cinnamon is the safe cinnamon, made only from the inner bark. Do read your labels!

CINNAMON INFO:

Warnings:
# Cinnamon is obtained from the bark of the cinnamon tree native to Sri Lanka. Ceylon cinnamon is sometimes referred to as “true cinnamon.” It is fine, crumbles easily, is less aromatic, and is made only from the inner bark of the tree.

Cassia is regularly sold as cinnamon and is made from the entire bark of the tree. It is stronger and somewhat bitter compared to Ceylon. It contains a chemical called coumarin that can be toxic if taken in large quantities. Small amounts of cassia will not cause any problems. If large doses (about 1/2 teaspoon) are taken regularly, it may be unsafe. Avoid more than a sprinkle of cassia cinnamon if you are pregnant. Ceylon, “true cinnamon,” contains hardly any coumarin and is considered safe.

]]> By: kim http://www.weight-loss-advisor.com/blog/2006/05/23/have-you-tried-honey-and-cinnamon-for-weight-loss/comment-page-2/#comment-82288 kim Tue, 04 May 2010 01:12:31 +0000 http://www.weight-loss-advisor.com/blog/2006/05/23/have-you-tried-honey-and-cinnamon-for-weight-loss/#comment-82288 I was recently informed of the benefits of raw honey and powdered cinnamon i havent stuck with the tea everyday but have tried to consume it at least 3 times a week since the last week and 1/2, i lost about 3 pounds the first week and 5 pounds in all, i am going to make it a daily routine to get the full effects of this tea, I am cutting down on my calorie intake, and trying to become more active. I have research the amazing health benefits of this tea. I would encourage any one to use this because it's simple and natural. I was recently informed of the benefits of raw honey and powdered cinnamon i havent stuck with the tea everyday but have tried to consume it at least 3 times a week since the last week and 1/2, i lost about 3 pounds the first week and 5 pounds in all, i am going to make it a daily routine to get the full effects of this tea, I am cutting down on my calorie intake, and trying to become more active. I have research the amazing health benefits of this tea. I would encourage any one to use this because it’s simple and natural.

]]> By: neetadivine http://www.weight-loss-advisor.com/blog/2006/05/23/have-you-tried-honey-and-cinnamon-for-weight-loss/comment-page-2/#comment-81761 neetadivine Fri, 30 Apr 2010 21:19:47 +0000 http://www.weight-loss-advisor.com/blog/2006/05/23/have-you-tried-honey-and-cinnamon-for-weight-loss/#comment-81761 I have been taking 1 tbsp of Bragg Apple cider vinegar, tbsp of raw organic honey and 1 pack of stevia for two weeks now. It has helped me tremendously with my gastrointestinal problems. I just recently added cinnamon to the mix and it tastes 10 times better. It takes the bight out of the vinegar smell. I have lost a total of 9 lbs and really see the difference in my clothes. I have been taking 1 tbsp of Bragg Apple cider vinegar, tbsp of raw organic honey and 1 pack of stevia for two weeks now. It has helped me tremendously with my gastrointestinal problems. I just recently added cinnamon to the mix and it tastes 10 times better. It takes the bight out of the vinegar smell.

I have lost a total of 9 lbs and really see the difference in my clothes.

]]> By: stellalynn http://www.weight-loss-advisor.com/blog/2006/05/23/have-you-tried-honey-and-cinnamon-for-weight-loss/comment-page-2/#comment-80181 stellalynn Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:04:11 +0000 http://www.weight-loss-advisor.com/blog/2006/05/23/have-you-tried-honey-and-cinnamon-for-weight-loss/#comment-80181 I have been on the honey and cinnamon diet for two and a half weeks, the first day I lost 2 lbs, ive lost a total of 13lbs, I've cut my calorie intake as well as stay active as usual. The way i do it is boil 1 teaspoon of cinn. in 1 cup of water and let cool the I strain the cinnamon out of the "tea" and then add 1 tablespoon of honey to it when it is a little cool. I buy regualr pure honey from the store and regular cinnamon powder... Its working for me, but I can usually lose weight quickly. good luck to all! I have found this drink to be kinda addictive. But i really like cinnamon and honey :) I have been on the honey and cinnamon diet for two and a half weeks, the first day I lost 2 lbs, ive lost a total of 13lbs, I’ve cut my calorie intake as well as stay active as usual. The way i do it is boil 1 teaspoon of cinn. in 1 cup of water and let cool the I strain the cinnamon out of the “tea” and then add 1 tablespoon of honey to it when it is a little cool. I buy regualr pure honey from the store and regular cinnamon powder… Its working for me, but I can usually lose weight quickly. good luck to all! I have found this drink to be kinda addictive. But i really like cinnamon and honey :)

]]> By: Carol B http://www.weight-loss-advisor.com/blog/2006/05/23/have-you-tried-honey-and-cinnamon-for-weight-loss/comment-page-2/#comment-80178 Carol B Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:16:17 +0000 http://www.weight-loss-advisor.com/blog/2006/05/23/have-you-tried-honey-and-cinnamon-for-weight-loss/#comment-80178 I found out about this on Snopes! It didn't have exact directions, so I've just been adding the honey and cinnamon to hot water with green tea for a little flavor. After 3 days, my clothes were not quite as tight. I have a lot of weight to lose. 50 lbs is just my starting point, so I need something, anything, to get me motivated. I will start preparing it using the recipe provided and let you know what happens. I found out about this on Snopes! It didn’t have exact directions, so I’ve just been adding the honey and cinnamon to hot water with green tea for a little flavor. After 3 days, my clothes were not quite as tight. I have a lot of weight to lose. 50 lbs is just my starting point, so I need something, anything, to get me motivated. I will start preparing it using the recipe provided and let you know what happens.

]]> By: Tony M. http://www.weight-loss-advisor.com/blog/2006/05/23/have-you-tried-honey-and-cinnamon-for-weight-loss/comment-page-2/#comment-69061 Tony M. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 06:01:40 +0000 http://www.weight-loss-advisor.com/blog/2006/05/23/have-you-tried-honey-and-cinnamon-for-weight-loss/#comment-69061 I don't know if I did this correctly. I followed the recipe exactly, a 2:1 ratio. I had 1 and 1/2 teaspoons of Kirkland Signature Saigon Cinnamon to 1 tablespoon of buckwheat honey. I drank half in the evening, half in the morning. I added the honey once the mixture had cooled. However, my weight stayed the same. Any ideas as to what I did wrong? I don’t know if I did this correctly. I followed the recipe exactly, a 2:1 ratio. I had 1 and 1/2 teaspoons of Kirkland Signature Saigon Cinnamon to 1 tablespoon of buckwheat honey. I drank half in the evening, half in the morning. I added the honey once the mixture had cooled. However, my weight stayed the same. Any ideas as to what I did wrong?

]]> By: Ambe http://www.weight-loss-advisor.com/blog/2006/05/23/have-you-tried-honey-and-cinnamon-for-weight-loss/comment-page-2/#comment-68355 Ambe Tue, 10 Nov 2009 12:24:35 +0000 http://www.weight-loss-advisor.com/blog/2006/05/23/have-you-tried-honey-and-cinnamon-for-weight-loss/#comment-68355 For everyone whos trying to find raw honey for the recipe, try the Vitamin Shoppe, they should have it, or if you dont have that store in your area, you should try GNC they usually have raw honey. If not there, try typing in health food stores in your web browser for your area. I've gotten raw honey from local bee keepers at the Farmers Market down here in Fl. For everyone whos trying to find raw honey for the recipe, try the Vitamin Shoppe, they should have it, or if you dont have that store in your area, you should try GNC they usually have raw honey. If not there, try typing in health food stores in your web browser for your area. I’ve gotten raw honey from local bee keepers at the Farmers Market down here in Fl.

]]> By: Donna http://www.weight-loss-advisor.com/blog/2006/05/23/have-you-tried-honey-and-cinnamon-for-weight-loss/comment-page-2/#comment-67821 Donna Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:12:46 +0000 http://www.weight-loss-advisor.com/blog/2006/05/23/have-you-tried-honey-and-cinnamon-for-weight-loss/#comment-67821 I'm going to try this again. The last time I used the cinnamon from the grocery store and there was a glob of sludge in the bottom of the cup. This time I bought some Chinese Cinnamon and it doesn't get the sludge. Good luck everyone. I’m going to try this again. The last time I used the cinnamon from the grocery store and there was a glob of sludge in the bottom of the cup. This time I bought some Chinese Cinnamon and it doesn’t get the sludge. Good luck everyone.

]]> By: Ash http://www.weight-loss-advisor.com/blog/2006/05/23/have-you-tried-honey-and-cinnamon-for-weight-loss/comment-page-2/#comment-67072 Ash Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:48:25 +0000 http://www.weight-loss-advisor.com/blog/2006/05/23/have-you-tried-honey-and-cinnamon-for-weight-loss/#comment-67072 I am wondering if someone can tell me if you should add the honey to the cinn with the boiling water or wait and add the honey after the water and cinn has cooled? I am wondering if someone can tell me if you should add the honey to the cinn with the boiling water or wait and add the honey after the water and cinn has cooled?

]]> By: gloria http://www.weight-loss-advisor.com/blog/2006/05/23/have-you-tried-honey-and-cinnamon-for-weight-loss/comment-page-2/#comment-65313 gloria Wed, 07 Oct 2009 02:06:50 +0000 http://www.weight-loss-advisor.com/blog/2006/05/23/have-you-tried-honey-and-cinnamon-for-weight-loss/#comment-65313 what is and where can i find true cinnamon what is and where can i find true cinnamon

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