The medicinal and culinary herb Rou Gui (Cinnamon) is surprisingly known as the king of herbs. How to cleverly use Rou Gui? Listen to the expert’s advice~ Dr. Fu Yanling, Chief Physician Beijing University of Chinese Medicine The King of Herbs—Rou Gui (Cinnamon) The Leader of Formulas—Gui Zhi Tang (Cinnamon Twig Decoction) “Gui Zhi Tang” … Read more
Cinnamon (Rou Gui) Cinnamomum cassia Presl Cinnamon is a plant from the Lauraceae family. It is a tall evergreen tree with a fragrant aroma. The bark is gray-brown, thick up to 13mm, with a strong scent and a spicy yet slightly sweet taste. The leaves are alternate or nearly opposite, thick and leathery, elongated oval … Read more
Good medicine is often not found in pharmacies, but in the kitchen. One essential spice in the kitchen is Rou Gui (Cinnamon). Many people only know to use cinnamon as a seasoning, but it can also be used to address various health issues. Today, I will share 7 uses of cinnamon that can help with … Read more
Rou Gui (Cinnamon), also known as Yu Gui, is one of the approximately 130 medicinal substances recorded in the Shan Hai Jing (Classic of Mountains and Seas). Rou Gui is named for its aromatic similarity to the medicinal herb Gui Pi (Cinnamon Bark) and is one of the earliest spices used by humans, as well … Read more
肉桂 (Ròuguì) also known as 桂皮 (Guìpí), 官桂 (Guānguì), and 牡桂 (Mǔguì). This product is the dried bark of the Cinnamomum tree from the Lauraceae family, harvested in autumn and dried in the shade. It can be used both as medicine and food, commonly found as a spice in kitchens. 肉桂 (Ròuguì): Spicy, Sweet, and … Read more
Click the blue text to follow us Hello everyone! I am A Gan. Cinnamon (Ròu Guì) is the dried bark or coarse branches of the Lauraceae plant. It is warm in nature and has a spicy and sweet flavor. It belongs to the Kidney (Shèn), Spleen (Pí), Heart (Xīn), and Liver (Gān) meridians, and is … Read more
Cinnamon (肉桂, Rougui) has effects on strengthening the spleen and warming the stomach. Additionally, it has the ability to dispel wind and cold, and it is beneficial for women in regulating menstrual blood. For men experiencing impotence, cinnamon can also be used for adjustment, as it has warming kidney and yang-enhancing effects. Furthermore, cinnamon possesses … Read more
Cinnamon (Rou Gui) is a plant from the Lauraceae family, classified as a medium-sized tree with rough bark that appears gray-brown from a distance, similar to the outer bark of other tree species. The cinnamon we commonly use has had its outer rough skin and impurities removed; this part is the true medicinal portion. In … Read more
Having discussed the dual supplementation of Yin and Yang and the treatment of both liver and kidney with Shan Zhu Yu (Cornus), and the five flavors of Wu Wei Zi (Schisandra), let us now talk about the commonly used herb, Rou Gui (Cinnamon). Many people recognize Rou Gui primarily in the culinary field, used in … Read more
Alias:Gui (桂) (“Shennong’s Herbal Classic”), Zi Gui (紫桂) (“Discussion on Medicinal Properties”), Da Gui (大桂) (“Tang Materia Medica”), La Gui (辣桂) (“Renzhai’s Directives”), Gui Pi (桂皮) (“Herbal Compendium”), Yu Gui (玉桂) (“Herbal Origins”). Ancient Texts Origin:Gui grows in Guiyang, while Mu Gui grows in the valleys of Nanhai. Harvested in February and August; the best … Read more