Description: Dalchini or Cinnamon (cinnamomum zeylanicum) is an aromatic spice obtained from the bark of several trees of the Cinnamon genus. The nutritional properties, flavor, aroma, and taste of the spice make it an interesting addition to food, alcohol and traditional medicine, thus varying the uses of Dalchini.  There are a lot of different varieties of cinnamon, the two main ones being Cinnamomum cassia and Ceylon Cinnamon, which is sweeter and more delicate than cassia. Ground cinnamon is often used to flavor sweet or savory dishes, while cinnamon bark is used to decorate as well as flavor food.

Health Benefits:  Dalchini is a highly beneficial supplement for the skin and hair and offers a wide range of health benefits apart from the aromatic fragrance, studies show that cinnamon may reduce blood sugar, cholesterol, triglyceride levels in diabetic patients. Cinnamon is also used to balance digestion and stomach disorders.

Origin: Native to Sri Lanka, Southwest India, and the hills of Burma.