7 Reasons People Over 50 Are Switching to Metabella Ceylon Cinnamon
Fighting blood sugar that keeps creeping up? Whether you’re worried about gums that bleed when you brush or seem to be pulling back from your teeth, trying to stay off another prescription, or finally done with side effects and cheap cinnamon that never moved a thing, here’s why more and more people over 50 are switching to real Ceylon cinnamon from Sri Lanka.
Save Up To 70% OFFPink in the Sink? Your Blood Sugar May Be Part of the Story
A little pink in the sink when you brush. Gums that look puffy, feel tender, or seem to be slowly pulling back from your teeth. Most people blame a hard toothbrush — or just getting older.
But gum disease is far more common than most people realize: an estimated 42% of US adults 30 and older have periodontitis, the advanced form, according to national exam data published in the Journal of the American Dental Association. And one of its biggest risk factors isn’t in your mouth at all. It’s your blood sugar.
Cinnamon Works on Both Sides: Blood Sugar — and Gum Bacteria in the Lab
Steadier blood sugar takes fuel away from the bacteria behind gum disease. And cinnamon is one of the most studied botanicals for exactly this: a meta-analysis of 16 randomized controlled trials found it significantly lowered fasting blood sugar and insulin resistance in people with prediabetes and type 2 diabetes.
Cinnamon also goes after gum bacteria directly — so far in the lab. In a 2018 study, oil from Ceylon cinnamon bark and its main compound, cinnamaldehyde, damaged the cell membranes of P. gingivalis, a key gum-disease bacterium, and cut its biofilm formation by 67–75%. And in a 2022 study in mice, cinnamaldehyde taken by mouth reduced bone loss around the teeth and the build-up of harmful bacteria.
High Blood Sugar Feeds the Bacteria Behind Gum Disease
When your blood sugar runs high, so does the sugar in your saliva, the CDC explains — and the bacteria in plaque use that sugar as food. High blood sugar can also weaken the white blood cells that are supposed to keep those bacteria in check.
Researchers call it a two-way relationship. People with diabetes are about three times more susceptible to periodontitis, and the higher the blood sugar, the more severe the gum disease tends to be. Inflamed gums, in turn, make blood sugar harder to control.
The link is so tight it shows up in lab results: in a 2022 Cochrane review, treating gum disease lowered A1C by an average of 0.43% within three to four months.
Fewer Sugar Cravings — Less Fuel for Plaque
That 3 p.m. wall — the fog, the yawning, the sudden hunt for something sweet — is the “sugar rollercoaster” so many people over 50 know too well. And every cookie and candy along the way feeds the same plaque bacteria you’re trying to brush away.
Metabella is made to support steady, even blood sugar through the day — so your afternoons can feel like your mornings again. No caffeine, no crash.
Real Ceylon — Not High-Coumarin Cassia Like Cheap Cinnamon Pills
Here’s what the cinnamon aisle doesn’t tell you: the most common cinnamon sold in the US is Cassia, not Ceylon (NIH). Cassia is cheap — and it’s loaded with coumarin, a natural compound that can strain the liver in sensitive people at high intakes.
Germany’s Federal Institute for Risk Assessment calculated that just 2 grams of Cassia a day already reaches the tolerable coumarin limit for a 132-lb adult. Ceylon contains only traces. And the gum-bacteria lab study above used Ceylon cinnamon bark (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) — the same species in every Metabella softgel.
One Softgel a Day — No Powder in Your Teeth, No Sugary Gummies
Teaspoons of gritty powder that sticks between your teeth. Sugary cinnamon gummies. Three capsules a day. It’s why most people quit by week two.
Metabella is a single, easy-to-swallow softgel: 12:1 Ceylon concentrate suspended in MCT oil. No powder, no taste, no complicated routine — which matters, because in clinical studies cinnamon was taken every day for weeks to months. Consistency is the whole game.
One Ingredient. The Dose on the Label. 90 Days to Try It.
Most “blood sugar” supplements hide behind proprietary blends with a dozen ingredients and no clear dose. Metabella is the opposite: one ingredient — real Ceylon cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) from Sri Lanka — concentrated 12:1 to a 7,200 mg raw-cinnamon equivalent in every softgel. Third-party lab tested, Non-GMO and gluten-free.
Keep brushing, flossing and seeing your dentist — and let Metabella work on the blood sugar side of the story. Try it risk-free with our 90-Day Money-Back Guarantee.
What the Research Says
of US adults 30 and older have periodontitis, the advanced form of gum disease2
higher susceptibility to periodontitis in people with diabetes3
average drop in A1C within 3–4 months after gum disease was treated (30 trials)4
less P. gingivalis biofilm formed with Ceylon cinnamon bark oil in a lab study6
Cheap Cinnamon Capsules vs. Metabella
| Cheap cinnamon capsules | Metabella Ceylon | |
|---|---|---|
| Real Ceylon (not Cassia) | ✗ | ✓ |
| Only traces of coumarin | ✗ | ✓ |
| 12:1 concentrate · 7,200 mg equivalent | ✗ | ✓ |
| One softgel a day, no powder | ✗ | ✓ |
| 90-day money-back guarantee | ✗ | ✓ |
Steadier Blood Sugar. Healthier Gums. One Softgel.
Real Ceylon cinnamon from Sri Lanka, concentrated 12:1 in one easy softgel — made to support healthy blood sugar for people over 50 who are tired of seeing pink in the sink and done with cheap Cassia that never moved a thing.
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How to Take Metabella Ceylon Cinnamon
One softgel a day
No powder, no measuring, no taste. Just one softgel with a glass of water.
With your meal
Take it with breakfast or your largest meal of the day.
Stay consistent
In clinical studies, cinnamon was taken daily for weeks to months. Give it at least 8–12 weeks.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is blood sugar connected to my gums?
When blood sugar runs high, the sugar in your saliva rises too — and the bacteria in plaque feed on it. High blood sugar can also weaken the white blood cells that fight infection. Researchers describe it as a two-way relationship: higher blood sugar goes hand in hand with more severe gum disease, and inflamed gums make blood sugar harder to control. Metabella supports the blood sugar side; your brushing, flossing and dental checkups take care of the rest.
What’s the difference between Ceylon and Cassia cinnamon?
Ceylon (Cinnamomum verum) is “true cinnamon” from Sri Lanka: thin, layered bark with only traces of coumarin. Cassia is the cheaper, harder bark sold in most stores — it averages around 3,000 mg of coumarin per kilogram, according to Germany’s Federal Institute for Risk Assessment.
What does “7,200 mg equivalent” mean?
Each softgel contains a 12:1 concentrate of Ceylon cinnamon — the extract made from 7,200 mg of raw cinnamon bark — suspended in MCT oil.
Can I take it with metformin or other blood sugar medication?
Cinnamon may add to the effect of blood sugar medication. If you take any prescription medication — especially for blood sugar — talk to your doctor before you start, and keep monitoring as usual.
When will I notice a difference?
Blood sugar changes take time. In clinical studies, cinnamon was taken daily for 4 to 18 weeks — so we recommend giving Metabella at least 8–12 weeks of daily use.
Is this a subscription?
You choose on the product page: a one-time purchase or Subscribe & Save. If you subscribe, you can pause or cancel anytime.
Is it safe?
Metabella contains one ingredient: Ceylon cinnamon, which has only traces of coumarin. It’s third-party lab tested, Non-GMO and gluten-free. If you’re pregnant, breastfeeding or have a liver condition, check with your doctor first.
What if it doesn’t work for me?
Every order is covered by our 90-Day Money-Back Guarantee. Just contact support@meta-bella.com.
Sources
- CDC: Diabetes and Oral Health. cdc.gov
- Eke P. I. et al. (2018). Periodontitis in US Adults: National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2009–2014. Journal of the American Dental Association. PubMed
- Preshaw P. M. et al. (2012). Periodontitis and diabetes: a two-way relationship. Diabetologia. PubMed
- Simpson T. C. et al. (2022). Treatment of periodontitis for glycaemic control in people with diabetes mellitus. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. PubMed
- Deyno S. et al. (2019). Efficacy and safety of cinnamon in type 2 diabetes mellitus and pre-diabetes patients: a meta-analysis and meta-regression. Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice. PubMed
- Wang Y. et al. (2018). Antibacterial effects of cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) bark essential oil on Porphyromonas gingivalis. Microbial Pathogenesis. PubMed
- Ou Y. et al. (2022). Cinnamaldehyde protects against ligature-induced periodontitis through the inhibition of microbial accumulation and inflammatory responses of host immune cells. Food & Function. PubMed
- NIH (NCCIH): Diabetes and Dietary Supplements. nccih.nih.gov
- German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR): FAQ on coumarin in cinnamon. bfr.bund.de