How Cinnamon Works

In this episode, Josh and Chuck dive into the aromatic world of cinnamon, exploring everything from its ancient history to its surprising health benefits. They reveal the fascinating fact that cinnamon is actually tree bark, discuss the difference between "true" Ceylon cinnamon and the more common cassia variety you'll find in grocery stores, and trace the spice's journey from being worth 10 months' wages in ancient Rome to becoming a kitchen staple. The hosts also cover cinnamon's cultivation process, its medicinal properties, and why you should definitely avoid the dangerous "cinnamon challenge" that's been sending people to emergency rooms.