Planetary Formulas Full Spectrum Cinnamon Extract 120 tabs have 300 mg. of a 10:1 extract. This blend of cinnamon extract and cinnamon bark supplies the full range of cinnamon’s benefits.

Scientific studies performed within the last ten years show that cinnamon could balance healthy blood sugar levels by offering improvement in the effectiveness of insulin actions. Animal studies demonstrated that cinnamon extract activates insulin and glucose transport to enhance the utilization of glucose. Another study performed to determine the possible effects that 49 herbs, spices, and medicinal plant extracts had on insulin functions demonstrated that cinnamon is the most bioactive herb, which suggests its possible role in improving glucose and insulin metabolism.

One study of cinnamon had 60 people receiving 1, 3, or 6 grams of cinnamon each day for forty (40) days. It showed that all three levels of cinnamon reduced the mean fasting serum glucose (18-29%), triglycerides (23-30%), LDL cholesterol (7-27%), and total cholesterol (12-26%) levels. 3 grams of whole cinnamon bark were demonstrated as most effective, which is Planetary Formulas Full Spectrum Cinnamon Extract’s dosage. The Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry discovered that water-soluble polyphenolic polymers in cinnamon might also function as potentiate insulin actions.

Cinnamon is a well-known flavoring derived from the bark. Traditional Chinese herbalists have used it for digestive support. Current scientific research shows that it may also support blood sugar levels by activating insulin and glucose transport as well as improving glucose metabolism when it is used as part of a balanced dietary regime.

Ancient Romans burned cinnamon at funeral rites. They used the term “my cinnamon” like Americans use the term “sweetie.” European explorers were searching for cinnamon and other spices when they discovered the Americas. Cinnamon has been called cassia, sweet wood, and gui zhi.

Michael Tierra, a licensed acupuncturist and clinical herbalist, selects Planetary Formulas products. This results in dependable, superior botanicals.