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Soups

Longdi Leaf, Apricot Kernel and Apple Soup

Traditionally supports clearing phlegm and easing persistent cough

⏱ 70 min 3–4 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Cicada Shell Chrysanthemum Tea

Traditionally supports relief from eye itchiness and wind-heat irritation

⏱ 30 min 1–2 cups

Soups

Sprouted Grain, Malt and Pork Soup

supports digestion, eases bloating, and helps restore appetite

⏱ 1 hr 40 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Coco de Mer, Snow Fungus, and Lily Bulb Soup (Hai Di Ye Xue Er Bai He Tang)

traditionally used to moisten the lungs, reduce phlegm, and support respiratory wellness

⏱ 2 hr 20 min 3–4 bowls / 1 pot

Soups

Prince Ginseng and Adenophora Silkie Chicken Soup

traditionally used to nourish yin, moisten the lungs, and support recovery from dry cough

⏱ 2 hr 15 min 3–4 bowls / 1 pot

Home-Style Dishes

Fruit-Infused Garlic Vinegar (Suan Cu)

traditionally associated with supporting immunity, reducing blood lipids, and anti-aging; not a cure or treatment

1 jar (~500 ml) — taken in small daily doses

Home-Style Dishes

Bell Pepper and Black Iberico Pork Stir-Fry

a light everyday side dish traditionally associated with warming the stomach and supporting the spleen

⏱ 25 min 2–3 servings

Congee & Porridge

Laba Eight-Treasure Congee

traditionally used to warm the stomach and dispel cold in winter

⏱ 10 hr 4–6 bowls / 1 pot

Soups

Snow Fungus, Papaya, Fig and Lean Pork Soup

traditionally associated with nourishing the lungs, supporting digestion, and moistening dry skin

⏱ 75 min 3–4 bowls / suitable for the whole family

Herbal & Flower Teas

Schisandra, Licorice and Ginger Tea

traditionally used to support lung function and ease lingering coughs

⏱ 20 min 2 cups / 1 serving

Home-Style Dishes

Hemp Seed Paste (Huo Ma Ren Hu)

traditionally used to moisten the intestines, ease constipation, and gently nourish a depleted constitution

⏱ 20 min 1 serving

Soups

Mulberry Mistletoe, Mulberry Fruit, Goji and Black Bean Soup

traditionally used to nourish liver and kidney, support hair vitality, and ease premature greying or hair loss

⏱ 1 hr 15 min 3 bowls (can be divided over 1–2 days)

Soups

Codonopsis, Astragalus, Chinese Yam and Lotus Seed Lean Pork Soup

Traditionally used to support qi and blood and aid recovery after surgery

⏱ 2 hr 15 min 2 servings (about 2 bowls)

Herbal & Flower Teas

Goji and Sour Jujube Seed Tea (Qi Zi Zao Ren Cha)

traditionally used to nourish liver and kidney, calm the mind, and support restful sleep

⏱ 25 min 1–2 cups

Congee & Porridge

Yam, Job's Tears and Persimmon Cake Congee (Huai Shan Yi Mi Shi Bing Zhou)

traditionally used to strengthen the spleen, support lung function, and ease persistent cough with phlegm

⏱ 2 hr 20 min 2–3 bowls

Soups

Job's Tears and Chicken Broth (Ying Mi Ji Rou Geng)

traditionally used to support the spleen, strengthen the constitution, and encourage appetite in children with a weak digestive system

⏱ 1 hr 10 min 2–3 child servings

Soups

Astragalus, Ligusticum and Fish Head Soup

traditionally used to nourish qi and blood, support mental clarity, and promote a calm mind

⏱ 1 hr 15 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Lotus Root, Fig and Pork Spine Soup

traditionally used to nourish qi and blood and support neck and spine comfort

⏱ 2 hr 10 min 3–4 bowls

Congee & Porridge

Toasted Sour Jujube Seed & Arborvitae Seed Congee

traditionally associated with calming the mind, supporting restful sleep, and relieving anxious heart palpitations

⏱ 45 min 2 servings (morning and evening)

Tonic Drinks & Waters

Reed Root, Barley, Honeysuckle & Pear Drink

traditionally associated with clearing lung and stomach heat, supporting immunity, and easing discomfort around vaccination

⏱ 1 hr 10 min 2 bowls (for one child's daily serving)

Soups

Goji Leaf, Goji Berry & Pork Liver Soup

traditionally associated with clearing liver heat, brightening the eyes, and nourishing the liver and kidneys

⏱ 25 min 2–3 bowls

Soups

Glehnia, Polygonatum, Lotus Seed & Barley Soup

traditionally associated with gently nourishing the spleen and stomach, supporting appetite and firmer stools in children

⏱ 2 hr 15 min 4 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Dry Ginger, Poria & Atractylodes Decoction (Gan Jiang Ling Zhu Tang)

traditionally associated with warming the spleen, draining dampness, and easing cold-type lower-body heaviness and joint discomfort

⏱ 40 min 1–2 servings (large half-cup concentrated decoction)

Soups

Dangshen, Goji & Quail Soup

traditionally associated with supporting energy, nourishing the spleen-stomach, and calming the mind

⏱ 2 hr 15 min 3–4 bowls