Cinnamon Herb-Drug Interactions (IMAGE)

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Cinnamon Herb-Drug Interactions

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A bit of cinnamon in your coffee won't hurt, but ask your doctor before using cinnamon supplements while taking prescription medications, researchers at the National Center for Natural Products Research advise. A recent study suggests that compounds in cinnamon can reduce the effect of some drugs.

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