allergic to cinnamon?

[prendi]

Hi ,for the past week i have had a bloated stomach,and a feeling of breathlessness,like my throat is closing up.I have had a cinnamon and raisin bagel for breakfast for the past week and wondered if I am allergic to the cinnamon?I havent had any for a few days and feel a bit better.Has anyone else had these symptoms?

[askyourgran]

For a start stop the bagels, and see it that helps.

[Sqad]

Allergy to cinnamon is not that uncommon and ayg has given you good advice.

Avoid cinnamon for a couple of weeks and if the symptoms disappear, then that is highly suggestive. For a conclusive diagnosis, have a cinnamon bagel again and if the symptoms reappear.....the give cinnamon a miss for the rest of your life.

P.S If the bloated stomach persists for more than a week despite the omission of cinnamon in your diet, then see your doctor.