Cinnamon
Cinnamomum verum
Blood-sugar-balancing warming spice
About Cinnamon
Cinnamon is a fragrant bark spice that has been treasured for millennia for both its culinary appeal and medicinal properties. Rich in cinnamaldehyde and polyphenols, it is traditionally used to support healthy blood sugar metabolism and provide antioxidant benefits.
Key benefits
- May support healthy blood sugar levels and insulin sensitivity
- Rich in antioxidants that protect against oxidative stress
- Traditionally used to support digestive comfort and reduce gas
- May have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties
How to use
Add Ceylon cinnamon powder to foods, beverages, or smoothies, or take as a standardized extract to support metabolic health.
Did you know?
Cinnamon was once more valuable than gold and sparked wars and exploration—Arab traders kept its source secret for centuries, inventing tales of giant birds and dangerous valleys to protect their monopoly on this precious spice.
Remedies that use Cinnamon
Prebiotic fiber for gut health
Moderate evidenceMagnesium and tryptophan bedtime drink
Preliminary evidenceMetabolic and cardiovascular support
Moderate evidenceFDA-approved heart health claim
Strong evidenceClinically validated pain relief
Strong evidenceAdaptogenic support for male hormones
Strong evidenceCurcumin-rich soothing blend
Moderate evidenceHormone-balancing liver detox blend
Preliminary evidenceClinically proven to lower blood pressure naturally
Strong evidenceEveryday spice with real metabolic benefits
Strong evidenceAnti-inflammatory metabolism booster with black pepper
Strong evidenceAdaptogenic blend for burnout and chronic stress
Moderate evidenceRhodiola, schisandra & ashwagandha power trio
Preliminary evidenceGentle gut-coating breakfast bowl
Preliminary evidenceTwo clinically-studied glucose supporters in one pre-meal tea
Moderate evidenceSoluble fibre for slow, steady blood sugar
Moderate evidenceEvening adaptogen for training-stress recovery and deeper sleep
Moderate evidenceRecovery-as-sleep: melatonin + muscle-relaxing magnesium
Strong evidenceFrequently asked questions
What is Cinnamon good for?
May support healthy blood sugar levels and insulin sensitivity; Rich in antioxidants that protect against oxidative stress; Traditionally used to support digestive comfort and reduce gas; May have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.
What is Cinnamon?
Cinnamon is a fragrant bark spice that has been treasured for millennia for both its culinary appeal and medicinal properties.
How do you use Cinnamon?
Add Ceylon cinnamon powder to foods, beverages, or smoothies, or take as a standardized extract to support metabolic health.