Synopsis

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

Cassia bark (Cinnamomum cassia), often referred to as Chinese cinnamon, has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Ayurveda. Its use for treating or supporting the management of bacterial infections is based primarily on historical and ethnobotanical practices. In TCM, cassia bark is believed to possess warming and antimicrobial properties and is used to treat conditions associated with “cold” or external pathogens, which sometimes includes infectious diseases.

Modern scientific research has identified certain compounds in cassia bark, such as cinnamaldehyde and cinnamic acid, that exhibit antimicrobial activity in vitro (in laboratory settings). Some studies have demonstrated that extracts of cassia bark can inhibit the growth of common pathogenic bacteria, including Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli. However, these findings are limited to laboratory studies; there is a lack of robust clinical trials in humans demonstrating that cassia bark is effective in treating bacterial infections. As such, while there is some preliminary scientific interest, current use is still primarily justified by tradition, and the strength of evidence remains low to moderate (rated 2/5). Further rigorous clinical research is needed to substantiate its efficacy and safety for this indication.

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