Goat Rue vs Kayu Manis Jamu

A European herb that inspired the development of metformin; guanidine compounds (galegine) reduce blood sugar through AMPK activation; used for diabetes and lactation enhancement.

Indonesian cinnamon variety used in Jamu for diabetes management, digestive support, and warming the body.

Galegine, Guanidine, Alkaloids, Flavonoids

cinnamaldehyde, coumarin, procyanidins, eugenol

Diabetes management in European folk medicine, Galactagogue for breastfeeding, Fever management

diabetes, cold conditions, digestive weakness

Type 2 diabetes support (metformin precursor), Lactation support, Anti-hyperglycemic

hypoglycemic, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, warming

1-2g dried herb as tea three times daily

1-6g dried bark daily

May cause hypoglycemia, Avoid with diabetes medications without supervision, Avoid in pregnancy

liver disease with high doses, coumarin sensitivity

Hypoglycemia, GI disturbance

liver toxicity with excessive coumarin