Spatholobus and Chicken Breast Soup

Why people make this soup

Light or scanty periods — where the flow is noticeably reduced in volume or duration, or arrives as little more than spotting — are a common concern in Chinese gynaecological food therapy, often attributed to blood deficiency. Spatholobus stem (ji xue teng) is a classical herb for this purpose: its deep reddish-brown colour hints at its traditional role as a blood-nourishing, blood-moving ingredient, used for conditions where blood is both deficient and stagnant. Paired with the gentle nourishment of red dates and easily digested chicken breast protein, this simple soup is traditionally taken in the five days before menstruation, taken daily, to gradually support a fuller and healthier flow. Nourilo recommends taking it consistently over several cycles.