Commonly used as a spice in cooking, Cinnamonium cassia has been used therapeutically for centuries. Native to Ceylon (Sri Lanka), true cinnamon, Cinnamomum zeylanicum, dates back in Chinese writings to 2800 B.C. and is still known as kwai in the Cantonese language today. Ancient Egyptians also used cinnamon in their embalming process.
It is commonly used in western herbal medicine today for its many therapeutic actions. Is has carminative and antispasmodic properties making it beneficial where there is digestive weakness and dyspepsia. Other key indications include diabetes, metabolic syndrome X and insulin resistance (at higher doses).
A warming and mild circulation stimulant, cinnamon is also beneficial when used in common colds and influenza.
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