Rio Amazon Cinnamon is also known as Ceylon Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) or true cinnamon & is a bark extract. Cinnamomum zeylanicum (CZ) contains very small amounts of coumarin when compared to other cinnamon such as Cinnamon cassia, making it safer than other forms. Coumarins are naturally occurring plant compounds. Cinnamon has been shown to help maintain healthy blood sugar balance. Actions Supports blood sugar balance Antioxidant Composition: Cinnamon bark extract (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) (4:1) 250mg Other ingredients: Hypromellose (Capsule shell) Di-calcium phosphate Corn Starch Talc Magnesium stearate Contra indications: None reported at recommended dosage Side effects: Rio Amazon Cinnamon capsules should be avoided by individuals who have never tried Cinnamon as a food, as an allergy to Cinnamon can result in bronchial constriction or skin rash. Use during pregnancy & breast-feeding: Although no studies have been done, Cinnamon is regarded as safe for use during pregnancy & lactation. Recommended dosage / usage instructions: 1 capsule three times a day, preferably half an hour before food.