Cinnamon isn’t just for adding flavor to your coffee or desserts—it’s one of nature’s most versatile spices with a wide range of surprising benefits and uses.

Add a pinch of cinnamon to your tea, coffee, or smoothie to help stabilize blood sugar levels. Some studies suggest it has positive effects on insulin sensitivity.

8. Lip Plumper
Mix cinnamon with coconut oil and apply it to your lips for a natural plumping effect. The slight tingling sensation is completely normal!

9. Cough & Cold Remedy
Boil cinnamon sticks with ginger and honey to create a soothing tea that can relieve sore throats, clear sinuses, and fight off a cold.

10. Moth & Insect Repellent
Place cinnamon sticks in your closets or drawers to keep moths and other pests away, while also leaving a pleasant scent on your clothes.

11. Memory & Focus Booster