The Efficacy of Cinnamon, Known as the ‘King of Herbs’

The Efficacy of Cinnamon, Known as the 'King of Herbs'

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

Lecture 95 on Chinese Herbal Medicine – Cinnamon

Lecture 95 on Chinese Herbal Medicine - Cinnamon

“ 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

Cinnamon Bark (Rougui) – A Comprehensive Overview

Cinnamon Bark (Rougui) - A Comprehensive Overview

Cinnamon BarkRouguiCINNAMOMI CORTEX1. 2020 Edition of the Chinese Pharmacopoeia This product is the dried bark of the plant Cinnamomum cassia Presl, belonging to the Lauraceae family. It is harvested in the autumn and dried in the shade. 【Characteristics】 This product is in a channel or rolled shape, measuring 30-40 cm in length, 3-10 cm in … Read more

The Efficacy, Functions, and Contraindications of Cinnamon

The Efficacy, Functions, and Contraindications of Cinnamon

Food and Medicine from the Same Source Cinnamon, known in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) as 肉桂 (Ròuguì), is the bark of a medium-sized tree from the Lauraceae family, appearing grayish-brown. It is native to China and also found in India, Laos, Vietnam, and Indonesia. Cinnamon is commonly used as a spice, cooking ingredient, and medicinal … Read more

Clinical Applications of Fuzi: 41 Combinations for Therapeutic Thinking!

Clinical Applications of Fuzi: 41 Combinations for Therapeutic Thinking!

1. Fuzi (Aconite) combined with Ganjiang (Dried Ginger) Fuzi excels in reviving yang and rescuing from reversal, moving without restraint, capable of penetrating through internal and external pathways. Ganjiang has the function of reviving yang and unblocking meridians, holding steady while not moving, warming the middle and reviving yang. When these two herbs are combined, … Read more

How to Restore Qi for Those with Qi Deficiency? A Traditional Chinese Medicine Formula Not to Be Overlooked

How to Restore Qi for Those with Qi Deficiency? A Traditional Chinese Medicine Formula Not to Be Overlooked

Click the blue text above to follow us Written by: Warm TCM Life has great aspirations, and only then can great achievements be made. ■ There is a traditional Chinese medicine formula called Buzhong Yiqi Wan (补中益气丸, Restore the Middle and Benefit Qi Pill), which is particularly suitable for friends with Qi deficiency (气虚). If … Read more