Can honey and cinnamon powder be given to children?

While honey has antimicrobial and antibacterial properties and cinnamon is loaded with antioxidants, it's not advisable to give honey and cinnamon powder to children under one year of age. This is because honey can cause botulism, a serious illness caused by bacteria that can be fatal to infants.

As for cinnamon, even though it is a safe spice, infants don't have fully developed digestive systems and too much cinnamon can cause allergic reactions, skin irritation, stomach problems, diarrhea, and vomiting.

Therefore, it's best to avoid giving honey and cinnamon powder to children under one year of age. If you are considering giving these foods to your child, speak with their pediatrician first.