Metabolic Health

Cinnamon Extract: Benefits, Dosage & What the Science Says

Cinnamaldehyde-rich extract with insulin-mimetic properties; Ceylon cinnamon (C. verum) preferred over cassia to avoid coumarin accumulation at therapeutic doses.

Last reviewed: Moderate evidence Cinnamomum verum / Cinnamomum cassia

What Is Cinnamon Extract?

Insulin-mimetic spice extract for blood sugar balance

Evidence-Based Benefits

  • Post-meal blood glucose attenuation
  • Insulin receptor sensitivity support
  • Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity

Recommended Dosage

500–2000 mg/day Ceylon cinnamon extract; cassia forms limited to <1 tsp/day due to coumarin content.

Safety, Side Effects & Interactions

Use Ceylon cinnamon (not cassia) at supplement doses to avoid hepatotoxic coumarin accumulation; may lower blood sugar — monitor if diabetic.

Works Well With

Research suggests Cinnamon Extract may complement:

Traditional Use

Traditional Chinese Medicine
肉桂 Ròu Guì
warms the kidneys warms the spleen disperses cold promotes circulation relieves pain

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References

  1. Cinnamon extract and blood glucose meta-analysis — PMID:0002017

Last reviewed: April 20, 2026. For informational purposes only. See full disclaimer. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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