Cinnamon's Heart Health Benefits: Linking Traditional Chinese MedicineModern Science

Cinnamon's Connection to Heart Health: Bridging Traditional Chinese Medicine and Modern Medicine

In the realm of Traditional Chinese Medicine TCM, cinnamon, known as rou gui, plays a vital role in heart health. Now, western medicine has begun to unveil the scientific rationale behind this practice.

The Nutraceutical Power of Cinnamon

Cinnamon's warming the heart yang action in TCM is significant because it pertns to the body's core heart energy - its rhythmic and functional capacity. When arteries become obstructed due to blockages, this condition manifests as 'heart yang deficiency' in TCM terminology. By taking steps to restore balance through 'warming the heart yang,' practitioners m to invigorate cardiac function.

Exploring the Science Behind Its Efficacy

Cinnamon is renowned for its ability to inhibit the formation of irregularities within artery walls, likely due to its components that reduce arterial blockage. Additionally, it influences blood sugar levels, which have a direct impact on arterial health by modulating cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the bloodstream.

Integrating Traditional Wisdom with Modern Insights

Cinnamon is part of China's extensive materia medica – a comprehensive repository of herbal remedies used for centuries to treat various lments. If you're interested in learning more about cinnamon or other medicinal herbs, contact us today to delve deeper into this ancient wisdom.

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