Could you use a little spice in your life? Do you recognize this herb as Canela or Cinnamon? Either way.. you’re right! In Chinese Pinyin, it’s known as Gui Zhi. The best part of learning Traditional Chinese Medicine is the similarities shared across cultures with a history thousands of years old.
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As an herbalist, I like to suggest everyday uses for powerhouse herbs and Cinnamon is one of them. It can be steeped alone in a warming tea or ground cinnamon can be added to your morning coffee for its health benefits.
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In biomedical terms, cinnamon is anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic (stabilizes blood sugar), anti-microbial, anti-cancer, lipid-lowering, and a cardiovascular-disease-lowering compound. Cinnamon has also been reported to have activities against neurological disorders, such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases.
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The aroma is beneficial and can be accessed by boiling the herb or as an essential oil. It’s used as an herb of prosperity and protection.
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Just one of the amazing herbs of our pharmacopeia. How can this herb spice things up for you?
Cinnamon