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Spices with added health

Spices with added health benefits Photo © : Adobestock/domnitzky/NIKCOA Sri Lanka: Island of spices Ceylon cinnamon and pepper: aroma with added health benefits Sri Lanka is famous for its spices. It is the home of cinnamon, pepper, cloves, cardamom, nutmeg and vanilla. But the tropical climate also supports cultivation of curry leaves, lemongrass, ginger, turmeric and many more products renowned for their good flavour. In addition, many spices are also valued for their health benefits or used as fragrances. Trade with cinnamon and pepper has a long tradition in Sri Lanka and today these products are still in demand on international markets: Ceylon cinnamon and Ceylon pepper are distinguished by their taste as well as their constituents and are vastly different from the products of the same name grown in other countries. The Import Promotion Desk (IPD), a project of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooper ation and Development, has been involved in Sri Lanka since 2018, preparing small and medium-sized enterprises for the European market. Among them are many producers of organic cinnamon and pepper. Ceylon cinnamon vs. cassia cinnamon Ceylon cinnamon is often referred to as the true cinnamon compared to cassia cinnamon. The spices differ in origin, production, coumarin content and flavour. Ceylon cinnamon is obtained in Sri Lanka from the bark of the cinnamon tree (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) native to the island. It contains high levels of antioxidants, secondary plant compounds and essential oils – but hardly any coumarin. Coumarin is found mainly in Chinese cinnamon, cassia cinnamon (Cinnamomum cassia), and can be harmful to health in larger quantities. For production, the bark is removed from the branches and the underlying inner bark shaved off 26 No. 2 August/September 2022

Spices with added health benefits in layers. As it dries, the bark then rolls up on its own. For cassia cinnamon fairly thick bark is used, whereas for Ceylon cinnamon many thin layers of bark are added to form the cinnamon stick. The constituents and production methods influence the aroma. In terms of taste, the two types of cinnamon therefore differ significantly from each other. The higher quality Ceylon cinnamon has a more delicate and less pungent aroma than cassia cinnamon. Production of cinnamon sticks Ceylon cinnamon sticks consist of several very finely cut pieces of inner bark from the cinnamon tree, pushed into each other. The peeling of the cinnamon branches is done by hand. In Sri Lanka, cinnamon production is often a family tradition and the craftwork skills are passed down from generation to generation. At the IPD company “Savour Route”, 90 percent of the team is made up of women. They are experts at processing the branches and finely planning the inner bark. Many of the female employees have been working in the cinnamon industry for many years and have refined their techniques over time. As specialists in Ceylon cinnamon production, they are well paid and many of them are breadwinners for their families. The finer the layers, the better the taste of Ceylon cinnamon. After cutting, several layers are placed over and inside each other, the fresh bark automatically rolls up from both sides and cinnamon sticks are formed. In crosssection, a Ceylon cinnamon stick with its many layers resembles a cigar. Ceylon cinnamon sticks are offered in different qualities – depending on the diameter of the sticks. The thinner the sticks and the finer the individual layers, the higher the quality. The highest quality grade “Alba” indicates sticks with a diameter of 6 mm. Ceylon cinnamon and health Since ancient times, cinnamon has also been used medicinally. Its oil has a disinfectant effect and was therefore used to treat wounds as well as in meat preservation. In traditional Chinese medicine, cinnamon is used, among other things, for its antibacterial effect. Photo © : SDS Spices Ceylon cinnamon in particular is reputed to have many healthpromoting properties. It is said to have a beneficial effect on digestion and is used as a remedy to reduce blood sugar, and to fight colds and fever. In addition, IPD companies from Sri Lanka offer high-quality essential oils made from cinnamon leaves and cinnamon bark. These cinnamon oils are produced by steam distillation of the leaves or bark and their main components are eugenol and cinnamaldehyde. While eugenol predominates in cinnamon leaf oil, cinnamon bark oil has a high proportion of cinnamaldehyde. Both essential oils have a warming effect and anti-inflammatory properties. A unique range of FISH COLLAGEN PEPTIDES Pure, Sustainable, Bioactive and Bioavailable. Naticol ® is clinically proven to support: Joint & bone health Sport nutrition Skin beauty and anti-aging Weight management Intestinal comfort No. 2 August/September 2022 follow us Tel: + 33 (0)5 63 42 14 41 welcome@weishardt.com weishardt.com

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