Cinnamon (Ceylon)
A spice studied for modest blood-sugar effects.
Educational only — not medical advice. BodEvo summarizes research cautiously and labels estimates as estimates. Talk to a physician or registered dietitian before starting any supplement, diet, or training program.
What the evidence says
Small, inconsistent blood-sugar effects; mainly a flavorful spice.
Typical dose & timing
Dose: Culinary amounts; prefer Ceylon over cassia for regular use.
Timing: With meals.
Role in a stack
Flavor + minor metabolic interest.
Redundancy check: Diet quality matters far more.
Cautions & safety
Cassia cinnamon is high in coumarin — avoid large daily doses of cassia.
Use Ceylon for frequent supplementation. Educational only — not medical advice.
Best for
flavor · mild blood-sugar interest
Use it in the app: open the Supplement Library and Stack Builder — free, local-first, no account required.