Hurray! Pumpkin spice latte season is officially here! While you may have waited all year for September to roll around, you may be hearing lots of snarky comments regarding your favorite fall drink. The pumpkin spice latte may get a lot of flack for being “basic” but did you know this drink is packed with nutritional benefits? Read on to discover 3 healthy ingredients in the pumpkin spice latte!
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Dietician Lisa Drayer reported to CNN, “I think the bottom line is that cinnamon is a perfect pantry staple, a pleasant spice that can add flavor to foods… with antioxidant properties that may give an edge to those looking to better control their blood sugar. But we need to see more research before we can make any solid health claims linking cinnamon to reduce risk of disease or improved health.” While more research needs to be done concerning the health benefits of cinnamon there is significant evidence that shows that cinnamon can reduce heart disease, fight against cancer, and it has many inflammatory properties!
Cloves
Eugenol, the chemical compound found in cloves is well known for its analgesic and anesthetic properties! Cloves are also high in fiber, antioxidants and vitamin C. Is this why we’re always so relaxed after a cup of this latte?
