Think all cinnamon is the same? Think again. Before your next sprinkle, find out if you are choosing the healthier option.

A new study conducted by researchers from the University of Mississippi found that excess cinnamon intake may reduce the effects of prescription medication ...

However, cinnamon bark — in particular, Cassia cinnamon, which is a cheaper version from southern China that contains a blood thinner called coumarin — can potentially cause problems.

The study’s researchers advised that those with chronic illnesses should consult their doctors before taking any supplement, ...

Dr. Leana Wen: Cinnamon is a spice that comes from the dried bark of Cinnamomum trees. The most common type of cinnamon sold in North America is Cassia cinnamon from the Cinnamomum aromaticum trees, ...

But cinnamon bark—especially Cassia cinnamon, a cheaper variety of cinnamon that originates in southern China—contains high levels of coumarin, a blood thinner, compared to other cinnamon ...

A dash of cinnamon or turmeric can boost flavour and may benefit health - but high dose supplements of the spices could do more harm than good.