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Cassia Cinnamon

Cinnamomum cassia · Ròu Guì Warming

Sweet woody spice rich in cinnamaldehyde — a half-teaspoon transforms oatmeal, coffee and baked fruit.

Cassia cinnamon is the warm, sweet spice found in kitchens from Guangzhou to Paris. Just a pinch adds warmth and depth to oatmeal, baked fruit and coffee, while its essential oil is dominated by cinnamaldehyde, the compound behind most modern research interest.

Nutrition Highlights

  • ✓Contains cinnamaldehyde-rich essential oil
  • ✓Source of polyphenols and manganese
  • ✓Naturally sweet — helps reduce added sugar
  • ✓Works in sweet and savoury dishes alike

Everyday Food Uses

  • ●Dusted on oatmeal, yogurt and baked apples
  • ●Stirred into coffee, chai or hot cocoa
  • ●Added to slow-braised meats and stewed fruit
  • ●Blended into granola and energy balls

How to Enjoy

0.5–2g daily (about 1/4 to 1 teaspoon). Ceylon cinnamon is a lower-coumarin alternative for very frequent use.

Modern Research

Randomised trials link regular cinnamon intake with modest improvements in fasting glucose and lipid markers, and in-vitro work demonstrates potent antioxidant activity of cinnamaldehyde.

⚠ Cautions

Cassia cinnamon contains coumarin; very high daily intake over long periods may affect sensitive individuals. Moderate culinary use is safe.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cassia Cinnamon? +

Cassia cinnamon is the warm, sweet spice found in kitchens from Guangzhou to Paris. Just a pinch adds warmth and depth to oatmeal, baked fruit and coffee, while its essential oil is dominated by cinnamaldehyde, the compound behind most modern research interest.

Cassia Cinnamon How do I eat? +

0.5–2g daily (about 1/4 to 1 teaspoon). Ceylon cinnamon is a lower-coumarin alternative for very frequent use.

Are there cautions for Cassia Cinnamon? +

Cassia cinnamon contains coumarin; very high daily intake over long periods may affect sensitive individuals. Moderate culinary use is safe.

Where can I buy Cassia Cinnamon? +

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