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Cassia (Chinese Cinnamon) bark powder
Description
Dried bark, powder
Product Features
- Certified Organic Cassia bark
- Gluten-Free
- GMO-Free
- Herb Identity Guaranteed
- 100% Vegetarian
- Pure: No fillers, or other chemicals have been added
- Buying this organic spice assures the consumer that this spice has NEVER been irradiated or treated with fumigation gases
Botanical Name
Cinnamomum cassia
Geographical Origin
Indonesia
Suggested Use
This bark is suitable for the following preparations:
- culinary
- capsules
- poultice
Background and Use
Cassia has been used as a herbal medicine in China for at least 4,000 years. Traditional Chinese Medicine still uses Cinnamon as a "warming" agent to fight infections occurring when there is cold or fatigue and to increase the activity of the digestive tract. There are some scientific indications that Cassia is useful in regulating the activity of insulin. The essential oil has been used in preliminary test tube studies which indicate it may have antibacterial properties. Further research is warranted.
NOTE: Not to be confused with True Cinnamon (Cinnamomum veru/zeylenicum).
Precautions
Concerns for this spice are based upon therapeutic use and may not be relevant to its consumption as a culinary seasoning. Keep out of reach of children. Do not use if pregnant. Not recommended for use while nursing, until further research verifies no contraindications. Discontinue if unusual symptoms occur. Consult with your health care professional if taking prescribed medication to control blood sugar levels.
Please visit our Prescription Drugs and Medications Index for a listing of all contraindicated Blood Sugar/Hypoglycemic Agents.
Allergens
Use with caution if you have allergies to Cinnamon and Peruvian balsam.
Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth