Can You Take Cinnamon Extract and Gymnema Sylvestre Together?

Dose or timing may matter

The short answer

Cinnamon Extract improves insulin sensitivity while Gymnema reduces intestinal sugar absorption. Their combination may lower blood sugar beyond intended levels.

How to arrange timing

Monitor blood glucose when taking both supplements.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Annals of Family Medicine 2013; Journal of Ethnopharmacology 1990

Important context

Whether supplements suit you together also depends on dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.