1. It has antioxidant properties
Like other spices, cinnamon contains plant compounds called polyphenols that have protective, antioxidant properties. It is these compounds that provide many of cinnamon’s health benefits as well as support its role as a preservative in food preparation.
2. It’s anti-inflammatory
These same antioxidant compounds contribute towards cinnamon’s anti-inflammatory effects. As we age this may be helpful because the process of chronic inflammation is heavily involved in the progression of many age-related diseases.