Chinese Cinnamon
Cinnamomum cassia
Family: Lauraceae
Evidence: B
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TCM variety of cinnamon — warming kidney yang tonic. Contains MORE coumarin than Ceylon cinnamon. Prefer Ceylon for daily supplementation; Cassia for TCM formulas.
Safety Profile
PregnancyLikely Safe
BreastfeedingLikely Safe
PediatricSafe
Contraindications
Liver disease (high coumarin). Bleeding disorders.
Interactions
May interact with diabetes meds, blood thinners, hepatotoxic drugs.
Side Effects
Safe in culinary amounts. Supplement doses: liver concerns from coumarin.
Surgery: Discontinue 2 weeks before surgery.
Liver: CASSIA has 250x more coumarin than Ceylon — hepatotoxic with long-term high-dose use.
This information is for educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any herbal product.
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