The Efficacy and Functions of Cinnamon in Traditional Chinese Medicine

The Efficacy and Functions of Cinnamon in Traditional Chinese Medicine

This product is a commonly used traditional Chinese medicine. It is classified as a superior product in the “Shennong Bencao Jing” (Shennong’s Classic of Materia Medica). Alias: Yu Gui (Jade Cinnamon), You Gui (Oily Cinnamon), Mu Gui (Bark Cinnamon). Source: This product is the dried bark or branch bark of the evergreen tree Cinnamomum cassia, … Read more

The Efficacy and Functions of Cinnamon

The Efficacy and Functions of Cinnamon

Cinnamon (Ròuguì), also known as Mu Gui (牡桂), Zǐ Guì (紫桂), and Dà Guì (大桂), is the dried bark of the Cinnamomum plant from the Lauraceae family. It is used in medicine for its ability to tonify fire and assist yang, return fire to the source, disperse cold and alleviate pain, and warm and unblock … Read more

Weekly Dish: Cinnamon

Weekly Dish: Cinnamon

China has a long-standing food therapy culture of “food and medicine share the same source” As early as in the “Huangdi Neijing” (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon), the principle of treating diseases was proposed— “Use medicine to expel it, and food to follow it” Many foods are both food and medicine Food, like medicine, can prevent … Read more

The Efficacy and Functions of Cinnamon in Traditional Chinese Medicine

The Efficacy and Functions of Cinnamon in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Cinnamon is commonly used as a seasoning in meat stews and stir-fried dishes in Chinese households, while in Western countries, it is often ground into powder for flavoring milk tea and coffee. Cinnamon has a unique aroma that is beloved by many. Beyond its role as a spice, cinnamon also possesses significant medicinal value. Consuming … Read more

Harvesting Cinnamon: A Journey into the Heart of Traditional Cinnamon Farming

Harvesting Cinnamon: A Journey into the Heart of Traditional Cinnamon Farming

Gaoyao, is known as the “Hometown of China’s Famous and Special Economic Forest Cinnamon” and “China’s Cinnamon County.” “Gaoyao Cinnamon” has also been registered as a National Geographic Indication Certification Trademark. The core production area of “Gaoyao Cinnamon” is located in the northwest of Gaoyao, in the ancient town of Lubu on the north bank … Read more

Comprehensive Guide to Cinnamon: Effects and Functions

Comprehensive Guide to Cinnamon: Effects and Functions

Baicao Traditional Chinese Medicine Learn a little every day, stay healthy every day Effects and Functions of Cinnamon Traditional Chinese Medicine is a treasure of the Chinese nation Over 5000 types of medicinal materials are introduced, sharing the effects and functions of one herb daily to help more people understand the knowledge of Chinese medicinal … Read more

Cinnamon: A Comprehensive Overview of Its Properties and Uses in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Cinnamon: A Comprehensive Overview of Its Properties and Uses in Traditional Chinese Medicine

ROU GUI Cinnamon Source: Dried bark of the plant Cinnamomum cassia Presl from the Lauraceae family. Alias:Mu Gui, Gui, Da Gui, Zi Gui, Da Gui, Yu Gui, etc. Origin: Mainly produced in Guangdong, Guangxi, Hainan, Yunnan, and other regions. Common Cultivated Varieties Currently, the commonly cultivated varieties in China include:1. Chinese Cinnamon (Cinnamomum cassia Presl) … Read more

Understanding Medicinal Herbs: Cinnamon (Rou Gui)

Understanding Medicinal Herbs: Cinnamon (Rou Gui)

Cinnamon (Rou Gui) Cinnamon is derived from the dried bark of the plant Cinnamomum cassia Presl, belonging to the Lauraceae family. It is typically harvested in the autumn and dried in the shade. Classical Text References Shen Nong’s Herbal Classic: “It is used for cough due to qi deficiency, throat obstruction, and to benefit joints, … Read more

The Remarkable Chinese Herb: Cinnamon

The Remarkable Chinese Herb: Cinnamon

————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————– 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. Today, we will introduce the benefits and effects of cinnamon, as well as the contraindications when consuming it. Benefits and Effects of Cinnamon … Read more

Daily Herb Recognition: Cinnamon (Rou Gui) – Nourishing Fire and Aiding Yang, Dispelling Cold and Alleviating Pain

Daily Herb Recognition: Cinnamon (Rou Gui) - Nourishing Fire and Aiding Yang, Dispelling Cold and Alleviating Pain

Cinnamon (Rou Gui), also known as Mu Gui, Zi Gui, and Da Gui, has a pungent and sweet flavor, and is characterized as very warm in nature. It enters the Kidney, Spleen, Heart, and Liver meridians. It is the dried bark of the Cinnamomum plant. Cinnamon is known for its ability to nourish fire and … Read more