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Cinnamon may reduce body measurements in type 2 diabetes

Última actualización 1 de julio de 2026

Key finding

Weight decreased by 0.8 kg, p = 0.11

This study evaluated the effectiveness of encapsulated cinnamon in reducing body measurements in individuals with Type 2 diabetes, but results were inconclusive.

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EvidenceScore™

Moderate

Study type

RCTs

Follow-up

Short-Term (≤3 mo)

Risk of bias

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Study focus

This study evaluated the effectiveness of encapsulated cinnamon in reducing body measurements in individuals with Type 2 diabetes, but results were inconclusive.

Clinical relevance

Understanding the effectiveness of cinnamon as a potential intervention for managing body weight and composition in Type 2 diabetes is crucial for developing dietary recommendations. However, the lack of significant findings suggests that cinnamon may not provide the expected benefits, highlighting the need for further research in this area.

Keep in mind

Small sample size may limit generalizability Statistical significance not achieved for any outcomes Short study duration may not capture long-term effects

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José CGL, Márcio FMDA, Jardeliny CDP, et al. Effectiveness of Cinnamon in Reducing Anthropometric Measurements in Individuals with Type 2 Diabetes. Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem. 2025;78(3):e20240380. doi:10.1590/0034-7167-2024-0380

Efectos Principales

Body weight decreased by 0.8 kg, p = 0.11

BMI decreased by 0.36 kg/m², p = 0.16

Waist circumference decreased by 3.97 cm, p = 0.67

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Evidence Context

This study contributes evidence to Encapsulated cinnamon and BMI, Body adiposity index, Body weight, and 3 more.

Primary intervention

Encapsulated cinnamon

Primary outcomes

  • BMI
  • Body adiposity index
  • Body weight

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Primary intervention

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Moderate contributionModerate confidenceNetwork score: 63

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Related topics

6

Evidence pairs

177

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High relevance in at least one topic

Why it is useful

  • Contributes to 6 evidence relationships
  • Includes primary outcome data
  • Linked to 1 direct semantic evidence topic

Topic contributions

Evidence topic

Contributes evidence

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Evidencia principal

Relación de evidencia

Cinnamon Supplementation and Body Mass Index

Evidencia relacionada

Relación de evidencia

Cinnamon Supplementation and Body Composition

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Relación de evidencia

Cinnamon Supplementation and Body Weight

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Core evidence

Study findings

The primary outcomes reported in this study.

BMI

Encapsulated cinnamon → BMI

Encapsulated cinnamon → BMI

Evidence Intelligence™
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ImpactScore™
50
Neutral
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Estudios de apoyo: Basado en 1 estudio
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Body adiposity index

Encapsulated cinnamon → Body adiposity index

Encapsulated cinnamon → Body adiposity index

Evidence Intelligence™
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ImpactScore™
50
Neutral
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Estudios de apoyo: Basado en 1 estudio
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Body weight

Encapsulated cinnamon → Body weight

Encapsulated cinnamon → Body weight

Evidence Intelligence™
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ImpactScore™
50
Neutral
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Estudios de apoyo: Basado en 1 estudio
Add to Evidence Tracker

Hip circumference

Encapsulated cinnamon → Hip circumference

Encapsulated cinnamon → Hip circumference

Evidence Intelligence™
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ImpactScore™
50
Neutral
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Estudios de apoyo: Basado en 1 estudio
Add to Evidence Tracker

Neck circumference

Encapsulated cinnamon → Neck circumference

Encapsulated cinnamon → Neck circumference

Evidence Intelligence™
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ImpactScore™
50
Neutral
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Estudios de apoyo: Basado en 1 estudio
Add to Evidence Tracker

Waist circumference

Encapsulated cinnamon → Waist circumference

Encapsulated cinnamon → Waist circumference

Evidence Intelligence™
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ImpactScore™
50
Neutral
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Estudios de apoyo: Basado en 1 estudio
Add to Evidence Tracker

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evidence suggest

La Evidencia Sugiere

  • Body weight decreased by 0.8 kg, but not statistically significant.
  • BMI showed a decrease of 0.36 kg/m², with p = 0.16.
  • Waist circumference reduced by 3.97 cm, but results were inconclusive.
who this applies

A quién se aplica

  • Adults diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes
  • Individuals seeking dietary interventions for weight management
keep in mind

Tener en Cuenta

  • Results may not apply to populations outside the study sample.
  • Further research is needed to confirm findings.
  • Cinnamon's potential effects may vary based on individual characteristics.
between the lines

Entre Líneas

  • Small sample size may limit generalizability
  • Statistical significance not achieved for any outcomes
  • Short study duration may not capture long-term effects

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Relationships organized using the Dediabetes Evidence Intelligence™ framework.

This study contributes to evidence on Cinnamon Supplementation and Body Mass Index, Cinnamon Supplementation and Body adiposity index.

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This study contributes to the evidence on the following intervention-outcome relationships.

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Does Cinnamon Supplementation affect body weight?

Emerging Evidence

Current evidence does not show a clear benefit of Cinnamon Supplementation for Body Weight.

ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    Body weight

    EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | neutral | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study

Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.

Limitations

  • Only one supporting study is available.
  • Consistency cannot yet be determined.
  • Population details are unavailable.
1 supporting studyUpdated: Jul 2026

Does Cinnamon Supplementation affect body mass index?

Emerging Evidence

Current evidence does not show a clear benefit of Cinnamon Supplementation for Body Mass Index.

ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    BMI

    EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | neutral | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study

Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.

Limitations

  • Only one supporting study is available.
  • Consistency cannot yet be determined.
  • Population details are unavailable.
1 supporting studyUpdated: Jul 2026

Does Cinnamon Supplementation improve body composition?

Emerging Evidence

Current evidence does not show a clear benefit of Cinnamon Supplementation for Body Composition.

ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    Waist circumference

    EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | neutral | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study

Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.

Limitations

  • Only one supporting study is available.
  • Consistency cannot yet be determined.
  • Population details are unavailable.
1 supporting studyUpdated: Jul 2026

Does Encapsulated cinnamon improve body adiposity index?

Emerging Evidence

Current evidence does not show a clear benefit of Encapsulated cinnamon for Body adiposity index.

ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    Body adiposity index

    EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | neutral | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study

Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.

Limitations

  • Only one supporting study is available.
  • Consistency cannot yet be determined.
  • Population details are unavailable.
1 supporting studyUpdated: Jul 2026
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