Schisandra and Red Date Congee

Why people make this congee

In recent years schisandra (wu wei zi) has often been used for nervous exhaustion and sleeplessness. In traditional food therapy it is also valued for supporting the liver — cooked into a congee and eaten regularly, it is associated with easing the load on a strained liver. This gentle congee pairs it with red dates for a softer, more nourishing bowl.