Brand name:
Chinese Cinnamon
Latin name: Cinnamomum aromaticum
Other names: Bastard Cinnamon,
Cassia, False Cinnamon
A Remedy For
Appetite loss
Bronchitis
Colds
Cough
Fever
Indigestion
Sore throat
Tendency to infection
This herb is also used to treat
exhaustion and promote weight gain; and in Chinese medicine, it has been used
for impotence, diarrhea, bed-wetting,
rheumatism, testicle hernia, failure
to menstruate, and symptoms of
menopause. Its effectiveness for
these conditions, however, remains
unconfirmed.
What It Is; Why It Works
A common household spice, Chinese
Cinnamon is cultivated in southern
China, Vietnam, and Burma. The
flowers, young twigs, and the bark of thin branches are all considered
medicinal.
Researchers have found that the
active agents in Chinese Cinnamon
exhibit antibacterial properties,
control the growth of fungi, boost immunity in animals, improve intestinal
activity, and inhibit ulcers.
Avoid If...
No known medical conditions preclude
the use of Chinese Cinnamon.
Special Cautions
No side effects are likely when this
herb is used at customary dosage
levels. However, some people develop
a sensitivity to the herb.
Possible Drug Interactions
No interactions have been reported.
Special Information If You Are
Pregnant or Breastfeeding
Chinese Cinnamon has a potentially
abortive effect. Do not use it during
pregnancy.
How To Prepare
Chinese Cinnamon is available as
crushed bark, in solutions of alcohol,
and as an essential oil.
Typical Dosage
Herb: The average dose is 1 gram
(less than one-quarter teaspoonful).
Take 2 to 4 grams daily.
Essential oil: 50 to 200 milligrams
daily.
Store Chinese Cinnamon in cool, dry
conditions in well-sealed containers.
Overdosage
No information on overdosage is
available.