Cinnamon

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Cinnamomum verum (cassia)

Family: Lauraceae - Laurel

Parts used:  inner bark

Actions

Alterative

Anthelmintic

Antibacterial

Anticatarrhal

Antifungal

Anti-Inflammatory

Antispasmodic

Antiviral

Antibiotic

Analgesic

Antiseptic

Aromatic

Astringent

Carminative

Expectorant

Hemostat

Hypotensive

Prebiotic

Energetics/Body Systems Affected

Warming

Sweet

Pungent

Digestive

Respiratory

Cardiovascular

Uses

• Improves circulation and warms the body.

• Boosts immune systems and feeds gut flora which also aids immunity.

• Clear congestion in the sinus, lungs, and digestive system

• Cold, flu, cough, sore throat, any respiratory problems

• Stabilizes blood sugar levels

• Digestive aid, bloating, gas, diarrhea, constipation, nausea, vomiting, etc.

• Gum inflammation and pain (use as a mouthwash)

• Menstrual discomfort; relaxes uterine muscle and calms spasms

• Fights virus spores, bacteria, and fungus

• Infection fighter

• Pain reliever

• Flavor enhancer for mixing with other herbs that may not taste so good.

Herb Preparations

Cinnamon is so fun to use, it tastes great and enhances the flavor of many culinary dishes.  Add it to baked goods, breakfast foods and warm drinks like hot chocolate and herbal tea.   Sprinkle it onto hot cereal, toast, desserts, and into drinks and smoothies.

• Honey, syrup 

• Bath, foot soaks; good for cold and flu season, congestion and warming up a cold body fast.  

• Tea; wonderful in tea blends (best to use the cinnamon sticks or chips for this purpose)

• Herbal oil, salve

• Tincture 

• Powder, capsules, pills

• Boil some water on the stove with cinnamon sticks, orange slices, and cloves for a natural air freshener.

References

Benefits of Cinnamon - Dr. Axe

Medicinal Herbs: A Beginner's Guide by Rosemary Gladstar

The Herbal Kitchen