Polyunsaturated fats are where omega fatty acids, such as omega-3s and omega-6s, are found. There are many different kinds of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids, and science is still trying to understand how they all function in the body. For a list of saturated fatty acids, see here.
CASSIA CINNAMON Side Effects & Safety. Cassia cinnamon is LIKELY SAFE when taken by mouth in amounts commonly found in foods and when taken by mouth in medicinal doses for up to 4 months. Cassia cinnamon is POSSIBLY SAFE when applied to the skin in the short-term. Cassia cinnamon is POSSIBLY UNSAFE when taken by mouth in large amounts for a long period of time. Taking large amounts of cassia cinnamon might cause side effects in some people. Cassia cinnamon can contain large amounts of a chemical called coumarin. In people who are sensitive, coumarin might cause or worsen liver disease.
One of cinnamon's most impressive health benefits is its ability to improve blood glucose control. For example, just half a teaspoon of cinnamon a day has previously been shown to significantly reduce blood sugar levels, triglycerides, LDL (bad) cholesterol, and total cholesterol levels in people with type 2 diabetes.(2).4). 2. Cinnamon has been found to have insulin-like effects due to a bioactive compound, qualifying it as a candidate for an insulin substitute. 3. Cinnamon slows the emptying of your stomach to reduce sharp rises in blood sugar following meals, and improves the effectiveness, or sensitivity, of insulin.