Cinnamon (True)

Scientific Name: Cinnamomum verum

Description

Sweet warming bark spice.

Therapeutic Properties

Carminative; Glycemic support (evidence mixed)

Temperament

Warm

How to Use

Culinary; Capsules

Dosage

Per label; culinary pinches in food/tea

Precautions

Coumarin concern is lower with true cinnamon; interactions possible

Replacement / Alternatives

Cinnamomum cassia

References

VASCAN; Native American Ethnobotany