What Happens When You Drink Cinnamon Daily? Pros & Side Effects

Drinking cinnamon every day can provide your body with a variety of benefits, including balancing your blood sugar and protection against inflammation, as well as some drawbacks if you’re drinking too much.

For thousands of years in countless cultures, cinnamon has been treasured as a healing spice.

But these days, people are incorporating it into their routine — typically via tea or cinnamon water — to access its superpowers.

Wondering if daily cinnamon is worth the fuss, as many others have.

So exactly what happens when you drink cinnamon daily? And how can you do so safely?

The Daily Influence of Cinnamon - Before You Know Them All

Cinnamon is not just a sweet-smelling kitchen standby.

It’s a powerhouse of an all-natural compound, loaded with antioxidants, polyphenols, and plant-based oils that help rebalance your body from the inside out.

It had been used in traditional medicine for hundreds of years as an aid to vitality, heat, and digestion.

At Wild Foods, we believe in reacquainting or reconnecting with REAL ingredients that help you reWild your health—cinnamon is one of them.

But like any potent ingredient, it has a time, a place, a nd a correct dose.

This is what happens when you drink a glass of cinnamon water daily!

Immediate Effects You Might Notice

Some people notice mild digestive benefits in just a few days.

That bloated or sleepy feeling in the belly after eating? Cinnamon can help ease it.

And you may wind up feeling more focused, inspired, and energized—courtesy of its power to control blood sugar spikes.

What’s more, cinnamon is a natural breath freshener and may help promote oral health given its antibacterial compounds.

Research-backed health benefits of the long term.

Stick to it, and the deeper rewards start to accumulate.

Research indicates that cinnamon might enhance insulin sensitivity and reduce fasting blood sugar levels, especially in people with metabolic issues (1).

Its array of antioxidants also helps combat inflammation, which is important in keeping those chronic disease risks at bay.

Cinnamon may also have heart-healthy benefits, including reducing LDL (bad) cholesterol and blood pressure (2).

Long-term consistency in use may clear skin, reduce breakouts, a nd help regulate hormone levels(hello, happy hormonal balance) — particularly in women.

Cinnamon For Ladies: Special Health Advantages

For daily cinnamon, women have an extra edge.

Because of its warming, circulatory action, it might ease PMS and decrease cramping or regulate an irregular cycle.

Its anti-inflammatory properties can also calm skin flare-ups from hormonal changes (3).

It’s not surprising then that this herb is growing in popularity as a daily herbal ally to women’s wellness.

How Much Cinnamon Can You Have a Day?

The type of cinnamon actually does matter more than most people realize.

Ceylon cinnamon (which, confusingly, is often called “true” or “real ”cinnamon) is the safer and better choice for daily use.

Cassia cinnamon, the cheaper and more readily available variety, has high levels of coumarin, a compound that can be toxic in large quantities (4).

When taken as a tea or water infusion, the safe and effective dosage for most adults is ½ to 1 teaspoon of Ceylon cinnamon per day.

You can also try drinking it first thing in the morning on an empty stomach, or after a meal to aid digestion and help keep blood sugar levels even.

Be consistent and don’t overpack them in children’s lunches.

What Are the Drawbacks to Drinking Cinnamon Daily?

Not that cinnamon is completely free of possible cons — at least if you pick the wrong kind, or run wild with consumption.

Too much Cassia cinnamon can create a high level of coumarin, which can put a strain on your liver.

Some people may have allergic reactions — such as skin irritation, difficulty breathing, and mouth pain.

Since cinnamon impacts some hormones, consuming too much of it might disrupt cycles or raise sensitivities for some people.

It may also interact with blood thinners or diabetes medications, so always consult a health professional if you’re on prescriptions.

The key is balance.

The Right Ratio of Cinnamon to Nutmeg?

Enjoying cinnamon in tea is an easy option to get all these benefits.

Soak a 2-inch Ceylon cinnamon stick or one teaspoon ground cinnamon in hot water for 10 to 15 minutes.

Add lemon for detox support, honey for a mild immune boost, or turmeric to ramp up its inflammation-fighting capabilities.

You can also infuse it into your morning water, smoothie, or golden milk.

At Wild Foods, we also have ethically-sourced, organic Ceylon cinnamon to go along with our mission of real stuff from real people.

Processing and packaging choose purity over convenience, and your body will thank you.

Final Thoughts

So, what’s the verdict?

Cinnamon every day can be a great friend to your health — if you get it just right.

It provides metabolic support, antioxidant protection, hormone balance, and more.

But just like any of Mother Nature’s tools, it functions best in concert with your body and not too much of it.

Wild Foods is here to nudge you toward rewilding, and what better way than with cinnamon, getting back in touch again with nature’s teachings.

If you’re ready to experience them for yourself, check out our wild-crafted Wild Ceylon Cinnamon and feel the difference.

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FAQs on Drinking Cinnamon Daily

Is it OK to drink cinnamon water every day?

Yes, drinking cinnamon water daily is generally safe if you're using Ceylon cinnamon and staying within ½ to 1 tsp per day.

What happens if you drink cinnamon on an empty stomach for 7 days?

You may experience improved digestion, steadier energy, and reduced bloating within a week.

How much cinnamon tea is safe to drink daily?

One to two cups made with Ceylon cinnamon is safe for most people; avoid overuse of Cassia cinnamon.

Can cinnamon help with weight loss or blood sugar control?

Yes, cinnamon may help regulate blood sugar and reduce cravings, which supports healthy weight management.

What’s the difference between Cassia and Ceylon cinnamon in daily use?

Ceylon cinnamon is safer for daily intake due to its low coumarin content, while Cassia may pose risks with frequent use.

Related Studies

1. Title: How Cinnamon Lowers Blood Sugar and Helps Diabetes

Research indicates that cinnamon might enhance insulin sensitivity and reduce fasting blood sugar levels 

Link: http://healthline.com/nutrition/cinnamon-and-diabetes

2. Title: Cinnamon: a nutraceutical supplement for the cardiovascular system

Cinnamon extract retains antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities even after digestion, demonstrating cellular-level effects in reducing oxidative stress and inflammation.

Link: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11155465/

3. Title: Cinnamon extract improves insulin sensitivity in the brain and lowers liver fat in mouse models of obesity

In diabetic mice, cinnamon extract improved insulin sensitivity, lowered fasting blood glucose levels, and enhanced glucose tolerance without changing insulin secretion, suggesting metabolic benefits through brain and liver effects.

Link: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24643026/

4. Title: Cinnamon: Usefulness and Safety

Cassia cinnamon contains coumarin, which can cause liver toxicity at high doses or prolonged use, especially in people with liver disease, whereas Ceylon cinnamon has negligible coumarin.

Link: https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/cinnamon