Description
Ceylon Vanilla Sticks (Vanilla Beans)
🌿 Product Name:
Ceylon Vanilla Beans (Whole Sticks)
Vanilla planifolia
📦 Product Description (for packaging or online listing):
Hand-picked from the lush, tropical highlands of Sri Lanka, Ceylon Vanilla Beans are cultivated in harmony with nature and surrounded by world-famous Ceylon spices like cinnamon and clove. These premium-grade vanilla sticks are sun-cured by skilled farmers using traditional methods that preserve their bold aroma, sweet floral notes, and deep, spicy complexity. Perfect for gourmet chefs, bakers, and craft extract makers.
✨ Key Features:
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Length | 15–18 cm (6–7 inches) |
| Moisture Content | 25–30% (Grade A) |
| Vanillin Content | 1.6–2.0% |
| Color | Dark brown to black, glossy surface |
| Texture | Soft, oily, and pliable (not dry or brittle) |
| Aroma Profile | Floral, slightly spicy, warm vanilla scent |
| Flavor Notes | Deep, rich, sweet, with hints of cinnamon and clove undertones |
| Processing | Hand-pollinated, sun-cured, organically grown |
| Shelf Life | 12–18 months (when stored in airtight container away from heat/light) |
🌿 Ceylon Vanilla – Health Benefits
Vanilla is more than just a flavor. When used naturally (e.g. vanilla beans or extract from Vanilla planifolia), it offers several potential health and wellness benefits:
🌟 1. Rich in Antioxidants
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Vanilla beans contain vanillin and other compounds that help neutralize free radicals.
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Antioxidants protect cells from oxidative stress, which can slow aging and reduce chronic inflammation.
🧠 2. Mood-Enhancing & Relaxing
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The sweet, calming aroma of vanilla may help reduce:
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Stress and anxiety
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Mild depression
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Irritability or sleeplessness
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Used in aromatherapy and natural perfumes for its calming effect on the nervous system.
❤️ 3. Supports Heart Health
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Preliminary studies suggest that vanillin may help:
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Lower LDL (bad) cholesterol
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Reduce inflammation in arteries
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Promote better blood circulation
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🦠 4. Antibacterial & Antiviral Properties
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Natural vanilla extract (not synthetic vanillin) shows antibacterial activity against certain pathogens.
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Traditionally used to help with coughs, sore throats, and minor infections.
🌿 5. Digestive Soothing Effects
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Used in traditional medicine to:
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Calm nausea
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Aid digestion
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Reduce bloating and gas
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🍬 6. Natural Sugar Reduction
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Adding real vanilla enhances sweetness, helping people reduce sugar intake in desserts and drinks — beneficial for diabetics and weight control.
🧴 7. Skin and Beauty Benefits (External Use)
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Used in natural skin care for:
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Anti-aging (due to antioxidants)
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Soothing irritated or inflamed skin
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Mild antibacterial action for acne-prone skin
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✅ Best When Used As:
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Natural extract (in water or alcohol base)
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Infused in milk or tea
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Homemade vanilla powder
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Aromatherapy oil or natural fragrance
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Infusion in skincare balms or masks




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