Mulberry Mistletoe, Mulberry Fruit, Goji and Black Bean Soup

Why people make this soup

It is disheartening to find grey hairs in your thirties, or to notice your hair thinning before middle age. In Chinese food therapy, hair health is closely linked to the kidneys and liver — when these organ systems are nourished and the blood is abundant, the hair tends to be dark and strong. When they are depleted, the hair may be the first place to show it. Nourilo found a bag of deep, ripe dried mulberries at the market — sweet, almost like a gentle berry jam in flavour — and was reminded of how well they combine with the other dark, kidney-nourishing ingredients in this soup. The result is a gently sweet, earthy brew that smells and tastes wonderful, and is a practical everyday addition to a wellness routine for anyone concerned about their hair.