Article: Vanilla, cinnamon smoothie
This is a beautifully rich and creamy smoothie to have for breakfast, lunch, dinner or just because!
Interesting fact about cinnamon: A randomised controlled clinical trial found that cinnamon supplementation improves menstrual cyclicity and may be an effective treatment option for some women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). The underlying mechanism for cinnamon effects on PCOS may contribute to its improvement in insulin sensitivity. Collagen also improves your insulin sensitivity. This smoothie will work wonders for women with PCOS and even gestational diabetes due to being in a state of insulin resistance!
Bottoms up!
About the Author
Caitlin Gilmore: Nurse, Midwife & Nutrition Consultant
Caitlin is the founder of Maternally Happy, an Australian women’s health brand specialising in bioavailable supplements, prenatal vitamins, and evidence-based resources to support women from preconception to postpartum. With qualifications as a Nurse, Midwife, and Nutrition Consultant, she combines a decade of clinical experience with nutritional expertise to deliver trustworthy, research backed advice.
Her writing focuses on fertility, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, PCOS, and hormonal health, helping women cut through confusion with practical, evidence-based information. Having personally navigated PCOS and the challenges of women’s healthcare, Caitlin is deeply passionate about empowering others to make informed choices for their health and their families.
When she’s not formulating practitioner-grade supplements or supporting her online community, you’ll find her enjoying a chai latte, spending time with her family, friends and 2 border collies and hiking in nature.