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Can you eat cinnamon sticks directly?
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Yes, you can eat cinnamon sticks, but they are
primarily used to infuse flavor into dishes and
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beverages rather than being consumed whole.
Additionally, cinnamon sticks come from the
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dried inner bark of Cinnamomum trees. Their dry,
woody texture makes them difficult to chew or
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swallow, potentially causing choking, obstructed
breathing, and irritation to the mouth and throat.
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When used in cooking or brewing,
they slowly release a warm,
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spicy flavor into the food or drink.
Instead of being eaten directly,
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cinnamon sticks are often added to teas, mulled
wine, hot cider, and various stewed dishes,
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where they impart their flavor during the
cooking process and are removed before serving.
