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Cinnamon is not only great as a delicious addition to oatmeal, but a few studies show that it may help prevent migraines. In a 2020 randomized, double-masked, placebo-controlled study that included 50 individuals with migraine, they were given cinnamon or a placebo (cornstarch pills) for 2 months. The cinnamon group received 600mg (1/4 tsp) three times a day. Compared with the placebo group, those taking cinnamon experienced fewer migraines per month, reduced migraine intensity, and shorter-lasting attacks. Researchers also observed a decrease in serum inflammatory markers. Another study also looked at this in 2024. This was also a randomized, double-masked, placebo-controlled study with 50 individuals as well. It showed that cinnamon can significantly help reduce disability symptoms associated with migraines. Neither study specified whether Ceylon cinnamon ( Cinnamomum verum ) or Cassia cinnamon ( Cinnamomum cassia ) was used. However, Ceylon cinnamon is a safer cinnamon for daily use...