Winter Melon, Soybean, Ginkgo and Job's Tears Soup

Why people make this soup

Winter melon is a summer favorite — traditionally said to cool, drain damp, ease summer heat and reduce puffiness. Job’s tears does similar work, traditionally associated with draining excess fluid and lightening the body. Cooked together they make a clean, light soup that traditionally helps the body shed surplus water, and is a long-loved partner dish for anyone watching their weight.