Aside from the cinnamon challenge, the spice is gaining attention in alternative health circles.

But is loading up with cinnamon actually good for you?

The Cleveland Clinic thinks the best way to add cinnamon to your diet is to take it in food.

Cinnamon in stick and powder forms

But as far as packing in a ton in hopes of some sort of health benefit happening?

You probably shouldn’t do that, just to be on the safe side.

Rolled apple pie (strudel)

cinnamon sticks