Is Cinnamon a Styptic? Separating Herbal Lore from Scientific Fact
                                
                                
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                                Certain cinnamon extracts have been observed to decrease blood clotting time in laboratory studies, but this does not mean it's a safe or effective styptic for human use. This article explores whether cinnamon is a styptic and why modern medicine recommends safer alternatives for treating cuts.