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Cassia Cinnamon

Metabolic

Cinnamomum aromaticum

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Last updated Mar 29, 2026

Description

Chinese cinnamon species; bark used as warming digestive and circulatory spice in TCM for Yang deficiency and digestive conditions.

Active Compounds

cinnamaldehydecoumarineugenolphenylpropanoidstannins

Traditional Uses

Warming digestive spice in TCM
Yang deficiency conditions
Blood sugar regulation
Cardiovascular circulation

Modern Uses

Antidiabetic (blood sugar lowering)
Antimicrobial
Anti-inflammatory
Antioxidant

Dosage Information

Recommended dosing guidelines

Forms: powder, capsule, tablet, tea, extract
Adult Dose: 1–6 g powder daily; 200–500 mg extract daily
Child Dose: 0.5–1 g for children over 5
Preparation Notes: Higher coumarin than Ceylon cinnamon — limit to 1–2 g daily; Ceylon preferred for therapeutic use

Safety Information

Not recommended during pregnancy

Generally safe while nursing

Contraindications

Pregnancy in large doses
Liver disease (coumarin)
Anticoagulant medications

Possible Side Effects

Hepatotoxicity from high coumarin
Blood thinning
Skin irritation from undiluted oil

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