Soups
Lotus Root, Carrot, Chestnut and Fig Soup
Traditionally supports immune function and general vitality; sweet and nourishing
In short: Lotus Root, Carrot, Chestnut and Fig Soup is a soup that Traditionally supports immune function and general vitality; sweet and nourishing. It is most often made for respiratory & lung wellness, energy & vitality, immune support. Total time about 1 hr 45 min. Key ingredients: lotus root, carrot, chestnuts, figs.
Why people make this soup
Lotus root has long been a favourite in Cantonese kitchens, but the reason Nourilo reaches for it during cold and flu season goes beyond flavour. Research into polysaccharide compounds found in foods like lotus root and carrot suggests these vegetables may help support the activity of the body’s immune cells — the macrophages that patrol for unwanted invaders. Whether or not you follow all the science, this soup has one very practical advantage: it is naturally sweet, requires no meat, cooks in under two hours, and genuinely tastes good. It is the kind of soup that is easy to make a weekly habit.
Safety first — read before you cook
This is a traditional food, not a treatment. Please check with your doctor or pharmacist before making it a regular part of your diet if you:
- are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are cooking for a young child;
- take regular medicines — especially blood thinners, blood-pressure, diabetes or immune-suppressing drugs;
- have a kidney, liver or heart condition, or a known food allergy.
Stop eating it and seek advice if you notice an allergic reaction or feel unwell. Safety notes reviewed 8 October 2026 · How we write safety notes
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