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Cinnamon (Ground)
Herbs & Spices

Cinnamon (Ground)

97
Health
ScoreA+

Ground cinnamon is an aromatic bark powder exceptionally rich in manganese, calcium, and fiber, with cinnamaldehyde-driven antioxidant and metabolic benefits.

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Why Cinnamon (Ground) scores 97

Nutrient density30
Protein quality5
Fiber content10
Healthy fats5
Bioactive compounds15
Glycemic impact10
Top nutrients

% Daily Value per a pinch (2 g)

Manganese 15%Calcium 1.5%Iron 0.9%Copper 0.8%Vitamin K 0.5%

Nutrition

per_100g

247
Calories
4g
Protein
80.6g
Carbs
1.2g
Fat
53.1g
Fiber

Health benefits

Supports healthy blood sugar and insulin sensitivity

moderate evidence

Cinnamaldehyde and type-A proanthocyanidins enhance insulin receptor signaling and slow gastric emptying, modestly lowering postprandial and fasting glucose

Delivers high antioxidant capacity

strong evidence

Dense proanthocyanidin and cinnamic acid content scavenges free radicals and gives cinnamon among the highest ORAC values of common spices

Reduces inflammation

moderate evidence

Cinnamaldehyde and eugenol inhibit NF-κB-driven inflammatory cytokine production

Supports cardiovascular and lipid health

emerging evidence

Polyphenols may modestly improve total and LDL cholesterol and triglycerides while supporting endothelial function

Pairs well with

  • ·Pair with oatmeal or yogurt because cinnamon blunts the glycemic response of carbohydrate-rich foods
  • ·Combine with coffee or cocoa because shared polyphenols compound antioxidant intake and reduce the need for added sugar
  • ·Add to slow-cooked stews and curries because its volatile oils infuse fat-based dishes evenly during long simmering

Practical tips

  • ·Best timing: with carbohydrate-containing meals
  • ·Choose Ceylon cinnamon for daily or therapeutic use to avoid coumarin exposure from Cassia varieties
  • ·Add toward the end of cooking or sprinkle raw to preserve heat-sensitive cinnamaldehyde aroma
  • ·Use as a sugar-replacing flavor enhancer to cut added sugar in baked goods and beverages
  • ·Store ground cinnamon airtight and dark; potency fades within 6-12 months as volatile oils dissipate

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