3. It’s anti-bacterial and anti-fungal
Cinnamon is thought to have many medicinal and soothing properties, and is used frequently in Chinese herbal medicine. The distinctive smell and flavour of cinnamon derives from the essential oils contained in the bark, called cinnamaldehyde.
Cinnamaldehyde appears to be useful in protecting against bacterial and fungal infection.
4. It may have anti-viral properties
Some research suggests cinnamon may also be protective against certain viruses, including influenza and mosquito-derived Dengue fever.