Cinnamon isn’t just a tasty spice — it can help you relax and sleep better. Its calming aroma and natural compounds “promote relaxation, reduce stress, and support longer, deeper sleep.” By keeping blood sugar levels stable, it prevents late-night energy spikes that can disrupt rest.

A Frontiers in Pharmacology study on rats with insomnia found that cinnamon “increased levels of sleep-promoting chemicals, such as serotonin and melatonin,” while reducing stress chemicals like norepinephrine. This suggests cinnamon can balance the brain’s sleep and stress systems for better sleep quality.

Beyond sleep, cinnamon supports metabolism and weight control. Research shows it “can lower body weight and BMI, especially in people with PCOS.” It slightly raises body temperature, helping burn more energy and fat while reducing hunger and cravings.

Easy ways to enjoy cinnamon at night include adding ½ teaspoon to warm milk, boiling it with lemon for tea, or sprinkling it on yogurt or baked fruit for a sugar-free flavor boost.

Adding this gentle habit to your nightly routine can enhance sleep, balance metabolism, and improve overall wellness — but “use in moderation,” since too much cassia cinnamon may affect the liver.