Evidence supporting the use of: Cassia Cinnamon
For the health condition: Infection (viral)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Cassia Cinnamon (Cinnamomum cassia) has a long history of traditional use in various cultures, particularly in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda, for treating infections and symptoms associated with viral illnesses. Historically, cinnamon has been valued for its warming properties and believed to help the body resist and recover from infectious diseases, though these uses were based on empirical observation rather than rigorous scientific study.

Modern scientific evidence regarding Cassia Cinnamon's antiviral properties is limited and primarily based on in vitro (test tube) studies. Some laboratory research indicates that cinnamaldehyde, the main active compound in Cassia Cinnamon, exhibits inhibitory effects on certain viruses, such as influenza and herpes simplex, by disrupting viral envelopes or inhibiting viral replication. However, these findings have not been robustly validated in human clinical trials, and there is insufficient evidence to support its use as a sole or primary antiviral therapy in humans.

Overall, while there is a traditional basis for the use of Cassia Cinnamon in supporting the body during infections, current scientific evidence is weak and does not justify its use as a proven antiviral agent. Further research, especially well-designed human clinical studies, is needed to clarify its potential efficacy and safety in treating viral infections.

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