🌿 本草綱目聊天室：肉桂

🌿 本草綱目聊天室：肉桂｜Cinnamon (Cinnamomum cassia / Cinnamomum verum) Herbal Compendium Chatroom: Cinnamon --- 🥒 介紹 / Introduction 肉桂（Cinnamon）為樟科（Lauraceae）植物的樹皮，乾燥後捲曲成條狀，呈棕色，具有溫暖甜香與微辛氣味。常用於中式藥膳、西式烘焙與香料調味。 其味辛、甘，性大熱，在中醫中屬於溫補類藥材，常用於溫陽散寒、活血通脈，特別適合陽虛體質與畏寒者。 Cinnamon is the dried bark of trees in the Lauraceae family, known for its warm, sweet, and slightly spicy aroma. It is widely used in cooking, baking, and traditional medicine. In traditional Chinese medicine, cinnamon is considered very warming and is used to support yang energy, improve circulation, and dispel cold. --- 🟢 三聖對話 / The Three Herbal Sages Chat 扁鵲 Bian Que： 「肉桂辛熱，能溫陽散寒、通脈止痛。」 “Cinnamon is pungent and hot, warming yang, dispelling cold, and promoting circulation.” 華佗 Hua Tuo： 「入膳為香，暖胃補氣，助陽氣運行。」 “As a spice, it warms the stomach, supports energy, and promotes yang circulation.” 李時珍 Li Shizhen： 「味甘氣烈，能補火助陽，引火歸元。」 “With its strong warming nature, it tonifies fire, supports yang, and restores vitality.” --- 🟡 中醫功效 / Traditional Chinese Medicine Benefits 溫陽散寒 / Warms yang & dispels cold 活血通脈 / Promotes blood circulation 補火助陽 / Supports yang energy 暖胃止痛 / Warms stomach & relieves pain 引火歸元 / Restores internal balance 適用人群 / Suitable for： 陽虛體質、怕冷、手腳冰冷、血液循環不良者 Suitable for people with yang deficiency, cold intolerance, cold extremities, and poor circulation. --- 🔵 西方營養學 / Western Nutritional Perspective 含肉桂醛（cinnamaldehyde） / Contains cinnamaldehyde 具抗氧化作用 / Antioxidant properties 可能調節血糖 / May help regulate blood sugar 具抗發炎效果 / Anti-inflammatory effects 促進血液循環 / Supports circulation 可能有助： 改善血糖控制、促進新陳代謝、保護心血管 May support blood sugar control, metabolism, and cardiovascular health. --- 🍳 烹飪建議 / Cooking Tips 燉肉調味 / Used in braised meats 烘焙甜點 / Common in cakes, cookies, and desserts 香料飲品 / Cinnamon tea or spiced drinks 咖啡調味 / Added to coffee for aroma 燉湯 / Used in herbal soups --- 💡 小貼士 / Quick Tip 肉桂性熱，適合寒性體質者，體質偏熱或易上火者應適量食用；烹調時少量即可帶出香氣。保存時建議密封乾燥。 Cinnamon is warming and should be used in moderation, especially for those prone to heat. A small amount adds rich aroma. Store in a dry, airtight container. --- 🌿🪵