Rou Gui (Cinnamon Bark)

Today, we will be exploring another very important Chinese herb: ròu guì, Cinnamomi Cortex, or cinnamon bark. This herb is in the Chinese medical category of herbs that warm the interior and expel cold. It is one of the most important warming herbs in our pharmacopeia as well as a very tasty one. It is important for warming the kidneys and the spleen, as well as the channels, among other important functions. Each episode of the podcast will go into great depth about a single herb or formula. Besides covering the basics of herbology including category, and functions, we will explore the history, quality, science, pharmacology, evidence, and any potential interactions of each herb or formula. Please join us for this toasty episode exploring: ròu guì, Cinnamomi Cortex, or cinnamon bark!