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Rou Gui

Common Name

Cinnamon Bark

Pharmaceutical Latin

Cortex Cinnamomi

What it is:

Rou Gui, or cinnamon bark, is a pungent and hot herb used in TCM to warm the Kidneys, strengthen the Yang, and dispel cold. It is associated with the Kidney and Spleen meridians. Rou Gui is known for its ability to warm the Kidneys, strengthen the Yang, and dispel cold. It is often used in formulas to treat patterns of Kidney Yang deficiency with symptoms such as cold limbs, impotence, and frequent urination.

How it can help:

  • Warms the Kidneys and strengthens the Yang
  • Dispels cold and treats impotence
  • Treats cold limbs and frequent urination

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