8 Anti-Inflammatory Indian Spices to Eat Daily

3. Cinnamon (Dalchini) — Sweet spice that calms inflammation

Cinnamon brings cinnamaldehyde and other antioxidants that appear to lower inflammation markers like C-reactive protein in some studies. It's also useful for steadying blood sugar after meals, which indirectly supports lower inflammatory activity over time. Commonly recommended culinary amounts range from half a teaspoon to one teaspoon per day, and some research notes people use up to two teaspoons safely. Beware the difference between cassia cinnamon and Ceylon cinnamon; cassia contains higher coumarin, which can stress the liver in very large amounts. For daily use, add cinnamon to your morning porridge, chai, or a spiced smoothie. It pairs beautifully with apples, sweet potatoes, and many Indian desserts, lending warmth without extra sugar. If you have liver disease or take anticoagulant drugs, prefer small culinary doses and talk to your clinician before using concentrated supplements.