Caffine in cinnamon, well... here goes,
The researchers have identified the active ingredients in cinnamon to be a group of polyphenolic polymers that allow the receptors on the cell to become active and accept the insulin, which allows the sugar to get out of the bloodstream and go into the cell to make energy, and also prevents these receptors from becoming deactivated. Because a high insulin level is related to increased triglycerides, cholesterol and LDLs (bad cholesterol carriers), the study saw a decrease in these levels when a person's sensitivity to insulin was improved with cinnamon.
Here in the United States, we think if a little is good then more is better. Be aware that there is a fat portion of cinnamon that may be dangerous if taken in large quantities over a long period of time. Adding 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon per day to foods is not harmful. People with diabetes, especially those who are under good control and who take pills for their diabetes, should be on the lookout for low blood sugar reactions.
So... I don't think there is. but read this...
Cinnamon extracts have also inhibited the growth of cultured tumor cells. This effect may be due to the presence of procyanidins and eugenol in the bark extract. Cinnamon is also useful as a food preservative to inhibit the growth of common food-borne bacteria such as Salmonella and E coli.
Then remember the safety issues...
The distinctive odor and flavor of cinnamon is due to cinnamaldehyde, the major oily constituent of cinnamon bark. Since this can be toxic in large doses, a regular use of substantial amounts of ground cinnamon may be unsafe. This problem can be avoided by using a water-soluble cinnamon extract in which the active polyphenolic compounds are retained but the oil constituents are removed.
Cinnamon has been granted GRAS (generally recognized as safe) status as a food additive by the FDA. GRAS substances are considered safe by the experts and not restricted as is the case with other food additives. Pregnant women are advised to avoid taking cinnamon oil or large doses of the bark, since high doses can induce abortion.
There have been reports of contact sensitivity to cinnamon oil and bark, and to cinnamaldehyde in tooth paste and perfumes. In addition, lip swelling and oral lesions are reported among frequent users of cinnamon-flavored chewing gums.
2007-03-04 10:30:35
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answered by wineduchess 6
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No, silly! :)
why? do you usually feel stimulated after ingesting Cinnamon?
2007-03-04 10:55:09
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answered by Anonymous
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There is no caffeine in cinnamon.
2007-03-04 10:24:45
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answered by science teacher 7
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no it doesn't just a spice with a kick
2007-03-04 11:14:19
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answered by Anonymous
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No there isn't.
2007-03-04 16:23:29
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answered by Candi Apples 7
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NO THERE IS NOT
2007-03-04 14:03:21
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answered by Anonymous
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