As the saying goes, “Nothing smells better than cinnamon, nothing tastes richer than osmanthus.” In the movie “Seagull Diner,” the protagonist, Huizi, opens a diner in Finland, which initially struggles until a large plate of cinnamon rolls turns the tide. The aroma of cinnamon fills the room, attracting three Finnish ladies who had never entered … Read more
Cinnamon, also known as Ròuguì (肉桂), Jūnguì (菌桂), or Mǔguì (牡桂), is primarily produced in tropical and subtropical regions of provinces such as Guangdong, Guangxi, Fujian, Taiwan, and Yunnan. It is commonly found in our kitchens and is a spice that almost every household uses, often added to dishes like stewed lamb, baked bread, and … Read more
Cinnamon 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 … 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
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
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
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
Cinnamon, a common cooking spice found in kitchens, is often used to flavor meats and is one of the components of five-spice powder, making it a staple in almost every household. However, cinnamon is also a valuable medicinal herb, appearing in various health-promoting recipes, such as the “Yizhi Cinnamon Lamb Soup” from Gu Fang Yi … Read more
1 Supplement Fire and Assist Yang The kidney is the foundation of congenital essence, housing the “pre-natal essence,” which is the basis of the yin and yang of the organs and the source of life. Kidney yang, also known as the fire of the Mingmen (Gate of Life), nourishes the five organs and six bowels. … Read more
Respecting the Medical Way ● Helping the World In the ancient theories of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Yang Qi is metaphorically compared to the sun within the body, warming our physical form and warding off external pathogenic factors. Once Yang Qi is deficient, our bodies become sensitive to cold, our resistance weakens, and we become … Read more