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Pumpkin Spice Obsession? Your Cinnamon Habit Could Harm Your Liver!
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News18•26-09-2026, 21:00
Pumpkin Spice Obsession? Your Cinnamon Habit Could Harm Your Liver!
- •The popular Pumpkin Spice Latte and other cinnamon-infused treats are gaining traction in India, but daily consumption may pose health risks.
- •A Daily Mail report highlights coumarin, a natural compound in cinnamon, which in high amounts can be harmful to liver health.
- •Cassia cinnamon, commonly found in supermarkets and grown in Indonesia, China, and Vietnam, contains high levels of coumarin.
- •Ceylon cinnamon, or "true cinnamon" from Sri Lanka, has significantly lower coumarin levels and is distinguishable by its thin, papery layers.
- •While occasional use is safe, regular large consumption, especially for those with existing liver conditions, warrants caution due to potential liver damage.
Key Questions Answered
The health concern is linked to coumarin, a naturally occurring plant compound found in cinnamon that may cause liver damage when consumed in high amounts or regularly over a prolonged period.
Cassia cinnamon is commonly grown in Indonesia, China, and Vietnam, featuring a darker color, stronger flavor, and high levels of coumarin. In contrast, Ceylon cinnamon or true cinnamon comes mainly from Sri Lanka and contains considerably less coumarin.
Individuals with existing liver diseases such as fatty liver disease, hepatitis, or cirrhosis should be particularly cautious because they may have reduced liver capacity.
