| Research suggests the cinnamon bark constituent, methylhydroxychalcone polymer (MHCP), may be effective in supporting sugar metabolism. MHCP seems to stimulate glucose metabolism, thereby supporting blood levels and appears to aid in signaling pathways and alternate pathways that cause increased cellular glucose uptake. Research has also shown this compound to have antioxidant effects and to support triglyceride and cholesterol metabolism as well. In a randomized placebo-controlled, clinincal trial, 60 men and women were given 1,3, or 6 grams of cinnamon daily or matching placebo for 40 days. After 40 days, those in the cinnamon group had significantly improved scores in glucose, triglyceride, and cholesterol metabolic patameters. There were no changes seen in the placebo group. This trial demonstrated that all three doses of cinnamon effectively supported sugar and fat metabolism, important factors in helping to maintain heart health.
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