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Ceylon Cinnamon (Organic)
Ceylon has 250x less coumarin than Cassia/Saigon cinnamon. Coumarin is hepatotoxic—daily Saigon can damage liver. Ceylon is true cinnamon.
Quality & Materials
Cinnamomum verum (true cinnamon) from Sri Lanka. No fillers or irradiation.
Evidence & Testing
Coumarin hepatotoxicity well-established. EU has strict limits. Blood sugar benefits similar across types.
Brand Transparency
USDA Organic, Non-GMO verified. Single origin.
Value Assessment
$8/2oz. Double the price of Cassia but won't damage liver with daily use.
Why Not Alternatives?
Saigon cinnamon (most store brands) has 1-4.5% coumarin. EU daily limit is 0.1mg/kg body weight. One teaspoon of Saigon exceeds this. Ceylon is 0.004% coumarin.
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