Astragalus and Lion's Mane Mushroom Soup

Why people make this soup

When the weather swings between sun and rain, lots of children catch colds, and afterwards they can feel weak — tired, sweating easily, poor appetite, pale, restless at night — which worries parents. Lion’s mane mushroom is traditionally regarded as a gentle, fortifying food that supports digestion and helps the body recover after illness. Paired with astragalus, longan and a little ginger, this soup is traditionally enjoyed to help children (and run-down adults) rebuild strength and weather the next cold better.