Cinnamon Cinnamon has been used to flavor foods and beverages for thousands of years. There are many types of cinnamon, but the most common varieties are Ceylon or "true" cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum), grown primarily in Sri Lanka, and cassia cinnamon (Cinnamomum aromaticum), which is grown throughout southeast Asia. The bark is stripped and peeled to harvest spice-grade cinnamon, while the leaves, flowers and fruits of the plant are used in cooking as well as traditional herbal remedies. The type of cinnamon plant as well as the method of harvest are important factors in both taste and health effects. Rich in antioxidants, Cassia cinnamon has been used topically as an insect repellent, while Ceylon cinnamon is promoted as a dietary supplement for GI upset. While most people are unlikely to overconsume cinnamon, when taking supplemental quantities, it's important to ingest only the Ceylon variety, preferably organically grown. Cassia cinnamon contains a chemical called coumarin, which can be harmful to the liver. One of the most studied health conditions for which cinnamon has shown promise is Type 2 diabetes mellitus. A 2011 meta-analysis published in the Journal of Medicinal Food determined that cinnamon intake results in a statistically significant lowering of fasting blood glucose levels for people with Type 2 diabetes and/or prediabetes. Another benefit of cinnamon for diabetics and prediabetics is cinnamon's ability to lower systolic and diastolic blood pressure. Cinnamon also has clinically demonstrated antitumor and anti-inflammatory properties. Nutmeg Used in sweet and savory dishes around the world, nutmeg (Myristica fragrans) is a spice that has been valued for centuries. Closely related to mace, nutmeg is the seed of the plant and mace, the dried covering around the seed. Native to Indonesia and a fundamental commodity on the Silk Road spice trade, nutmeg is now widely grown across the tropics. Nutmeg has a unique flavor profile, mixing warm, exotic notes with an aromatic pungency; it's so potent, nutmeg was once thought to ward off the plague. Other purported health benefits have been substantiated in modern times, making this spice a truly valuable component of both your spice cabinet and your herbal apothecary. Some benefits of nutmeg that are backed by science include:

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HOW WOMEN GOT OUT OF SYNC For centuries, folklore and culture have linked the 29.5-day lunar cycle to the average female menstrual cycle. New research suggests this wasn't just folklore—it was a biological reality. This connection, however, has recently been broken. A 2025 study reveals that modern life, particularly our light environment, has "desynchronized" women from this natural rhythm. Below, we explore why this happened and the simple steps you can take to support your body's internal clocks. WHAT THEY LOOKED AT Researchers, led by chronobiologist Dr. Charlotte Förster, analyzed long-term menstrual records from 22 women, with some data stretching back to 1950. They compared these cycles against the phases of the moon. - They specifically looked at women who were not using hormonal contraceptives. - The goal was to see if menstruation starting dates clustered around specific moon phases (e.g., full moon or new moon). WHAT THIS PROVED: THE 2010 PROBLEM The data showed a stark difference between the past and the present. - Before 2010: A clear pattern existed. Women’s cycles frequently "coupled" with the lunar cycle, with menstruation tending to start around either the new moon or the full moon. Over 90% of women in the study showed this synchrony for at least some period of time. - After 2010: The synchronization "completely disappeared." The data became random, with no clear relationship between the cycles. So, what happened around 2010? The mass adoption of LED screens and smartphones. KEY TAKEAWAYS: HOW PHONES SCRAMBLE YOUR CLOCK

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