Nov 08, 2024
Can Cinnamon Really Help with Weight Loss?
Siddhartha JanaCinnamon has been used globally in both sweet and savoury dishes and drinks, but claims about it burning fat are unproven.
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There are two main types of cinnamon: Cassia and Ceylon, with Cassia being the most common and having higher levels of cinnamaldehyde.
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Research shows that consuming less than 1.5 gram of cinnamon per day may reduce waist circumference slightly, but higher doses have no significant effect.
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A meta-analysis found cinnamon reduced BMI and body weight modestly, but it did not change fat or lean mass composition.
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Studies on cinnamon's effects on weight loss have shown small results, often conducted over two to six months and mostly without changes in body composition.
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Cinnamon may contribute to weight loss by improving insulin sensitivity, increasing fat breakdown, and promoting satiety by slowing stomach emptying.
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Cinnamon is generally safe, but some varieties contain lead and heavy metals, and excessive intake of cassia cinnamon may be harmful due to its coumarin content.
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While cinnamon in coffee or cocoa might offer small benefits, there’s no strong evidence linking coffee or cocoa to significant weight loss, and consuming cinnamon with high-calorie foods like doughnuts won’t aid fat loss.
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