Cinnamon is a staple in many pantries and kitchen shelves. But how can you tell if you have "fake" cinnamon -- and what is "fake" cinnamon, to begin with?

It is made from the dried inner bark of a tree called Cinnamomum verum. Growing these trees is an investment. Farmers must wait four years after a tree is planted before they can begin harvesting.

Cinnamon is a common spice used all over the world and is an essential condiment in the food industry. However, cheaper alternatives that seem similar are frequently used to adulterate it, which can ...