Cinnamon
A Brief History
of Chocolate
In a crossover, placebo-controlled study, the
clinical results indicated that supplementation
with cinnamon extract may improve glycemic
(blood sugar) control and insulin sensitivity.
The subjects received 3 grams per day cinnamon
for 14 days, followed by 3 grams per day of
placebo for another 14 days. At the cinnamon
extract intervention end, reduced glucose and
insulin responses to oral glucose tolerance
tests (OGTT) were observed, along with improved
insulin sensitivity. These effects were lost
with placebo supplementation. Thus, the authors
of this study concluded, "Cinnamon may improve
glycemic control and insulin sensitivity, but
the effects are quickly reversed."
Insulin resistance is the primary, underlying
cause of the vast majority of cases of diabetes
mellitus, which is a scourge of our
civilization. Improving insulin cell receptor
sensitivity is vital in the prevention of
diabetes and its chronic health complications.
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Cinnamon Constituents
Volatile oils:
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Cinnamaldehyde
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Eugenol
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Trans-cinnamic acid
Phenolic
Compounds:
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Tannins
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Catechins
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Proanthocyanidins
Monoterpenes
Sesquiterpenes |
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