And thou shalt make it an oil of holy ointment, an ointment compound after art of apothecary: it shall be an holy anointing oil. Exodus 30:22-25 NKJV The ointment or oil was used to anoint tabernacle of congregation, ark of testimony, table and all vessels, candlestick, altar of incense, altar of burnt-offering, etc.

I find two things interesting about this passage: That cinnamon was an ingredient in this holy anointing oil That is is called "an ointment compound after art of apothecary. Does cinnamon have health benefits as well?

There are cinnamon pills for diabetes, cinnamon bark used medicinally by Chinese for calming stomach acids, cinnamon bark being used in India for childbirth labor, and cinnamon increasing blood circulation and creating a warm feeling.

Well, didn't I start out by saying just smell of cinnamon makes me feel warm and fuzzy all over?

If you need to lose weight, consume 3 healthy, high protein meals in addition to 2 healthy snacks. Your body can absorb 30 grams of protein every 3 to 4 hours, so adjust your meal plans and protein consumption accordingly.

Here are some additional ideas for an effective high protein diet:

Take a multi-vitamin while you are dieting. You don’t want your body to experience malnutrition while you are on a controlled or restricted diet.

Drink 6 to 8 eight-ounce glasses of water each day. This is especially important for higher protein consumption, as it will improve performance your liver and kidneys.

Consider an Omega 3 fatty acid supplement. Obesity is an inflammatory disease, and omega 3 fatty acids help control cellular inflammation.

Also, consider taking an amino acid supplement, which helps break down proteins, making them easier for your body to absorb, while reducing burden on your liver and kidneys.

Once you’ve achieved your weight loss goal, you can reduce your daily protein consumption to 60 to 80 grams, which is recommended amount to maintain lean body mass. The guidance of a health or wellness professional should be used when determining protein targets for your body. Many people need guidance that goes beyond FDA nutrition charts. An individual’s eating habits, trigger foods, medical history, and body shape are important factors to consider when revising a diet plan.