————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————– Cinnamon is the dried bark of the cinnamon tree, a common spice and an effective traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) material. It can unblock meridians, dispel wind and dampness, and enhance flavor and aroma. Today, we will introduce the effects and functions of cinnamon, as well as the contraindications when consuming it. Effects and Functions … Read more
“ Chinese herbal medicine is a general term for traditional medicines in China, which differs from Western medicine and traditional Chinese patent medicines in that it does not have standardized usage instructions. Our application of Chinese herbal medicine mainly refers to two national classics:“Pharmacopoeia of the People’s Republic of China” and “Clinical Use of the … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) culture has a long history. Since “Shennong tasted hundreds of herbs,” the concepts of “medicine” and “food” have been inseparable. This has led to the unique culture of “food as medicine,” which holds that many foods serve as both food and medicine, capable of preventing and treating diseases. In recent years, … Read more
Cinnamon is the dried bark of the cinnamon tree, a common spice and an effective traditional Chinese medicinal herb. It can open the meridians, dispel wind and dampness, and enhance flavor and aroma. Today, we will introduce the efficacy and functions of cinnamon, as well as the contraindications when consuming it. The Efficacy and Functions … Read more
————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————– Cinnamon is the dried bark of the cinnamon tree, a common spice and an effective traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) herb that can unblock meridians, dispel wind and dampness, and enhance flavor and aroma. Today, we will introduce the benefits and effects of cinnamon, as well as the contraindications when consuming it. Benefits and Effects … Read more
Click the blue text to follow us Cinnamon, also known as Guipi (桂皮), Daguo (大桂), Mugui (牡桂), Tonggui (筒桂), Gui (桂), Yugu (玉桂), and Lagui (辣桂), is not only a common culinary spice but also one of the frequently used herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It has a spicy and sweet flavor that can … Read more
Cinnamon, also known as Rou Gui (肉桂, Cinnamon), Guan Gui (官桂, Official Cinnamon), or Xiang Gui (香桂, Fragrant Cinnamon), refers to the bark of various trees in the Lauraceae family, including Tian Zhu Gui (天竺桂, Cinnamomum cassia), Yin Xiang (阴香, Cinnamomum burmannii), Xi Ye Xiang Gui (细叶香桂, Cinnamomum subavenium), and Chuan Gui (川桂, Cinnamomum verum). … Read more
Click the blue text to follow us Every day we popularize a useful health-preserving Chinese herb Cinnamon (Rou Gui) Cinnamon is a medium-sized tree of the Lauraceae family, with gray-brown bark. The leaves are alternate or nearly opposite, elongated oval to nearly lanceolate, leathery, with cartilaginous edges, rolled inward, green, glossy, and hairless, with thick … Read more
Cinnamon is a common spice that is widely used in cooking and has many medicinal values. Let’s explore the benefits and uses of cinnamon! 1. Benefits and Effects of Cinnamon 1. Cinnamon has a protective effect on cardiovascular health. A substance called cinnamaldehyde found in cinnamon can lower cholesterol levels and reduce the occurrence of … Read more
Cinnamon not only possesses therapeutic effects but is also rich in nutrients and a master of seasoning, making it a fine example of a dual-use product in both medicine and food. There is a historical legend about cinnamon related to one of the four great beauties of ancient times, Xi Shi. It is said that … Read more