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Mulberry Honey Concentrate (Sang Shen Mi Zhi)

traditionally associated with nourishing liver and kidneys to support vision, hair health, and regular digestion

By · Registered Nutritionist & TCM Practitioner

Prep
15 min
Cook
90 min
Total
105 min
Makes
1 bottle
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Mulberry Honey Concentrate (Sang Shen Mi Zhi)

Why people make this concentrate

Mulberries are one of those ingredients that look like an ordinary fruit but have a long history in traditional medicine. The deep, almost-black dried variety in particular is considered to be the “fully-ripened essence” of the mulberry tree — rich in anthocyanins and other compounds that modern research has found beneficial for the retina and general circulation. In traditional Chinese food therapy, mulberries are linked to nourishing the liver and kidneys, the two organs traditionally associated with the health of the eyes, hair, and intestines.

Rather than simply boiling a tea, this recipe calls for three separate extractions to draw out the full benefit of the dried fruit, then reducing the combined liquid to a thick syrup. The result keeps in the fridge and can be taken by the spoonful each morning and evening — a convenient habit for anyone who spends long hours looking at screens or is beginning to notice changes in hair or bowel habits.

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Frequently asked questions

What is this concentrate traditionally used for?

Mulberry Honey Concentrate is a time-honored preparation in Chinese food therapy traditionally associated with supplementing liver and kidney essence to support eye comfort, hair health, and intestinal regularity, as part of a balanced diet.

Why does this recipe use three separate extractions instead of a simple boil?

The triple-extraction method is used to draw out the full benefit of the dried fruit. Each extraction simmers the mulberries for 30 minutes, and all three liquids are then combined and reduced to a thick syrup.

How is the concentrate taken, and how much does one batch make?

The suggested use is 1 tablespoon stirred into warm water, taken morning and evening. One batch makes 1 bottle, which provides multiple daily servings.

How long does the concentrate take to prepare?

The total preparation time is approximately 1 hour 45 minutes — around 15 minutes of prep and 90 minutes of cooking across the three extractions and the final reduction.

Is there anything to keep in mind regarding the honey or the type of mulberry used?

The deep-black, fully ripened variety of dried mulberry is considered the most nourishing for this recipe. Those with blood sugar concerns should check with a doctor before using honey-sweetened concentrates, and may reduce or omit the honey.

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