Cinnamon from the island historically referred to in the West
This product contains Cinnamomum verum (verum meaning 'true' cinnamon) which has been highly valued since ancient times. The Egyptians, and later Greeks, Romans, and eventually Western Europe considered it so special that it was used as a gift for royalty and even deities. It wasn't until the 17th century that Europeans discovered it was widely grown on Ceylon.
Prior to that, Cinnamonium Cassia (Chinese Cinnamon) was used as an adjunct and substitute for true cinnamon because it was less expensive. Cassia is the 'cinnamon' we know today and is widely available sold as a powder or in sticks. It is very stable at baking temperatures, so it's the distinctive flavor we associate with cinnamon rolls and similar baked goods.
Due to differences in the way the verum trees are cultivated and the fact that only the thin inner bark of verus trees is used while the entire bark of cassia trees is ground up to produce a spice, true cinnamon is inherently more costly to produce than cassia, so most 'cinnamon' produced and sold is from the bark of species other than Cinnamonium Verum, and almost exclusively from Cinnamonium Cassia.
From a health standpoint that is a problem, because the amount of the naturally occurring blood thinning agent coumarin in Cassia varies considerably and can be quite high, while the coumarin content of true cinnamon is consistently low. From am aesthetic standpoint, the cinnamon produced from verum is much more aromatic with a more subtle flavor, although it degrades at the high constant temperatures used in baking.
The bottom line for me is that if you are adding cinnamon of any kind to your diet, whether as a flavoring agent or a supplement, it's wise to limit your intake. On the other hand if you're using it as a flavoring agent, true cinnamon is noticeably less harsh and can be used with a wider range of foods. So if you're not using very much anyway, why not go with the true cinnamon, even if it is more expensive?
Because I've had excellent experience with other products from Zhou Labs, it was a simple choice for me to select their Ceylon Cinnamon. I take it to help regulate my blood sugar, but I utilize it as a flavoring in my tea. A capsule in a large cup adds just the right amount of spicy sweetness without the need for honey. And it elevates a cup of hot chocolate to another level entirely.
I keep a handful of capsules with me at all times to share with friends in their coffee, tea, or smoothies, and everyone who has tried Ceylon Cinnamon has told me they'll never use Cassia again.
Enjoy fast, free delivery, exclusive deals, and award-winning movies & TV shows with Prime
Try Prime
and start saving today with fast, free delivery
Consider a similar item
Amazon's Choice
1 Pound (Pack of 1)
$13.99 ($0.87/Ounce)
Climate Pledge Friendly
Add a debit or credit card to save time when you check out
Convenient and secure with 2 clicks. Add your card
Frequently bought together
$17.99 ($0.30/Count)
Get it as soon as Saturday, May 11
In Stock
Total price:
To see our price, add these items to your cart.
Choose items to buy together.
Similar items that may deliver to you quickly
Page 1 of 1 Start overPage 1 of 1
Compare with similar items
This Item  Zhou Ceylon Cinnamon | Supports Heart Health and Joint Mobility | True Cinnamon Native to Sri Lanka | 30 Servings, 60 CT |  |  |  |  |  | |
| Price | $17.99 | -15% $9.99 List: $11.75 | $30.82 | -6% $17.72 Typical: $18.82 | $20.02 | -15% $9.99 List: $11.75 |
| Price Per Unit | $0.30 / Count | $0.08 / Count | $0.13 / Count | $0.15 / Count | $0.11 / Count | $0.17 / Count |
| Delivery | Get it as soon as Saturday, May 11 | Get it as soon as Saturday, May 11 | Get it as soon as Saturday, May 11 | Get it as soon as Saturday, May 11 | Get it as soon as Saturday, May 11 | Get it as soon as Saturday, May 11 |
| Customer Ratings | ||||||
| Flavor | ||||||
| Easy to swallow | ||||||
| Pain relief | ||||||
| Value for money | ||||||
| Sold By | Amazon.com | Carlyle | SilverOnyx | SilverOnyx | SilverOnyx | Nature's Truth LLC |
| size | 60 Count (Pack of 1) | 120 Count (Pack of 1) | 240 Count (Pack of 1) | 120 Count (Pack of 1) | 180 Count (Pack of 1) | 60 Count (Pack of 1) |
| dosage form | Capsule | Capsule | Capsule | Capsule | Capsule | Capsule |
| ingredients | Organic Ceylon Cinnamon,Rice Flour and Cellulose (vegetable capsule) | Ceylon Cinnamon. Other Ingredients: Rice Powder, Gelatin Capsule, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate, Silica. | Organic Ceylon Cinnamon (Cinnamon verum)(bark) Inactive Ingredients: Pullulan Capsule | Organic Ceylon Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum)(bark). Inactive Ingredients: Pullulan capsules. | Organic Ceylon Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum)(bark). Inactive Ingredients: Pullulan capsules. | Ceylon Cinnamon. Other Ingredients: Rice Powder, Gelatin Capsule, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate, Silica. |
| special ingredients | Cinnamon | Cinnamon | Cinnamon | Cinnamon | Cinnamon | Cinnamon |
| weight | 0.14 pounds | — | 1800 milligrams | 1800 milligrams | — | 2000 milligrams |
Reviews with images
so I’ll go into more details about why I liked it. Benefits of Ceylon Cinnamon
Supplements are always tough to review initially. I’ll start out by saying I travel a lot and sometimes, often times, miss meals. Therefore, supplements/vitamins are a big part of my life. If the product meets my initial standards, I give it 4 stars. If it stands the test of time/period of usage, I comeback and upgrade to a 5 star.Lets break it down:Shipping: I used Prime, so shipping took two business days. If you don’t have Prime, but you do buy Amazon, do yourself a favor and get it now!Packaging: Item came in the typical Amazon box. Inside there was some materials to fill the extra space so the items wouldn’t slide around, get crushed, or otherwise damaged.Accuracy/Design/Quality: Item appears to be just as described on its Amazon page, so I’ll go into more details about why I liked it.Benefits of Ceylon Cinnamon:At the end of the day, cinnamon is one of the most delicious and healthiest spices on the planet. It can lower blood sugar levels, reduce heart disease risk factors, and has a plethora of other impressive health benefits. Just make sure to get Ceylon cinnamon, or stick to small doses if you're using the Cassia variety.Price: While I did obtain the item at a discounted price, I still would have bought them at the original price if I needed to.Tldr; Nutritional benefits, good price, quality ingredients.DISCLAIMER: I received this product in exchange for my unbiased review of it. Let me be clear in saying that every single one of my reviews are based off a consumer’s objective outlook. I have done reviews that got a 1 star, and reviews that got a 5 star.If this review was of some assistance, please give it an up-vote <3. Also, if you have any questions about my review or want to know more, feel free to leave a comment and I’ll reply as soon as I can.Thanks!
