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Anti-inflammatory effect of cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum)

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Review Article

Author Details : Mahesh Shivananjappa*

Volume : 4, Issue : 1, Year : 2022

Article Page : 4-7

https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ctppc.2022.002

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Abstract

Inflammation happens when a physical factor triggers an immune reaction. When not treated it begins to contribute to several chronic diseases and lead to tissue breakdown and impairment of the immune system. Cinnamon is a popular spice often used to flavor baked treats. Studies have shown that the spice has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, antioxidant, anti-diabetic and many other activities. The present review is conducted to evaluate the anti-inflammatory effect of various cinnamon species which can ease swelling and prevent inflammatory diseases. It was found effective in which its chemical constituents present in cinnamon is mainly responsible for anti-inflammatory property of the spice.

Keywords: Cinnamon, Cinnamomum verum, Anti­inflammatory activity, Vernacular names

How to cite : Shivananjappa M, Anti-inflammatory effect of cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum). Curr Trends Pharm Pharm Chem 2022;4(1):4-7

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