Cinnamon is loaded with antioxidants

Cinnamon came out on top in research that compared the antioxidant activity of 26 spices, even beating out "superfoods" like garlic and oregano. Cinnamon can even be used as a natural food preservative because of its strength.

Antioxidants protect your body from free radical oxidative damage. One of cinnamon's antioxidant chemicals, cinnamaldehyde, which gives it its rich aroma and flavor and can help decrease inflammation, is considered to be responsible for its health benefits. These antioxidants can help prevent cells from free radical damage, which is critical for your health because free radicals can cause a variety of problems, including premature aging of the skin, inflammatory and autoimmune diseases, diseases of the cardiovascular system, cataracts and diabetes.