Can You Eat Cinnamon While Pregnant?
🌿 Herbs & Spices
Caution
Safe in culinary amounts, but large medicinal doses may stimulate uterine contractions and lower blood sugar; cassia cinnamon also contains coumarin which can affect the liver in high doses.
📋 Conditions
Safe as a cooking spice in normal food quantities
✅ Safe Alternatives
- ✅ Ceylon cinnamon has lower coumarin levels than cassia cinnamon
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat cinnamon while pregnant?
Yes, but with precautions. Safe as a cooking spice in normal food quantities.
How much cinnamon can I safely eat while pregnant?
Enjoy cinnamon in moderation - occasional small amounts are fine, but don't make it a daily staple.
What are safer alternatives to cinnamon during pregnancy?
Consider these pregnancy-safe alternatives: Ceylon cinnamon has lower coumarin levels than cassia cinnamon.
Is cinnamon safe in all trimesters of pregnancy?
The same precautions apply in all trimesters. First-trimester nausea may affect your tolerance, so adjust as needed.