Wellness topic · page 22

Children's Wellness

Soups

Honeysuckle, Bland Bamboo Leaf & Mung Bean Sweet Soup

Traditionally used to clear heat, soothe throat sores, and support recovery from herpangina

⏱ 30 min 2 bowls

Soups

Fresh Dendrobium, Pear & Fig Sweet Soup

Traditionally used to nourish the stomach, generate fluids, and ease dry throat and constipation

⏱ 40 min 4 bowls

Soups

Tiger Milk Ganoderma, Snow Fungus, and Apricot Kernel Soup

traditionally supports lung qi and soothes recurring coughs in children

⏱ 2 hr 15 min 4 bowls

Soups

Carrot and Red Date Pork Soup

Traditionally soothes persistent cough and supports respiratory comfort in children

⏱ 55 min 2 bowls (divided over the day)

Congee & Porridge

Glutinous Rice and Wheat Porridge

Traditionally warms and soothes the digestive tract during and after gastroenteritis

⏱ 40 min Multiple small servings throughout the day

Soups

Lotus Root, Carrot, Red Kidney Bean and Pork Soup

Traditionally nourishes blood, brightens the complexion, and supports healthy bowel function

⏱ 140 min 4–5 bowls (from 8–9 bowls water)

Soups

Loofah, Baby Corn and Mudfish Soup

traditionally associated with clearing summer heat, supporting urination and promoting lactation

⏱ 45 min 4–6 servings

Soups

Astragalus, Chinese Yam, Poria and Two-Bean Soup with Tangerine Peel

Traditionally used to tonify qi, strengthen the spleen and support the body in managing swelling

⏱ 1 hr 45 min 3 bowls (or split over 2 days for a child)

Herbal & Flower Teas

Black Goji Berry and Black Mulberry Tea

Traditionally used to nourish the liver and kidneys, support eye health, improve sleep, and provide antioxidant support

⏱ 11 min 1 to 2 cups (re-steep to taste)

Tonic Drinks & Waters

Daylily & Fresh Cogon Root Sweet Drink

traditionally used to cool the blood and support children prone to frequent nosebleeds

⏱ 45 min 2 bowls

Tonic Drinks & Waters

Green Olive & Rock Sugar Drink

traditionally used to clear lung heat, soothe the throat, and support children with persistent or whooping-style cough

⏱ 50 min 2–3 bowls

Soups

Lotus Root and Dried Conch Soup

Traditionally used to nourish blood, support the kidneys, and ease nervous exhaustion

⏱ 2 hr 20 min 4–5 bowls

Soups

Bitter Melon, Adzuki Bean and White Kidney Bean Pork Soup

Traditionally used to support fat metabolism, clear heat, and strengthen the spleen

⏱ 1 hr 45 min 4 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Cogon Grass and Corn Silk Tea

traditionally used to clear heat, promote fluid metabolism, and support liver and gallbladder health

⏱ 35 min 4 bowls / 3–4 servings

Herbal & Flower Teas

Fresh Lotus Seed, Lily Bulb and Juncus Tea

traditionally used to calm restless, heat-distressed infants and support peaceful sleep

⏱ 35 min 1 bowl (suitable as a feed-supplement drink for infants)

Soups

Millettia Root (Niu Da Li), Fresh Yam and Chestnut Pork Shank Soup

traditionally used to strengthen sinews and tendons, support joint mobility, nourish the kidneys, and moisten the lungs

⏱ 2 hr 20 min 4 bowls

Soups

Goji Berry and Wolfberry Root (Di Gu Pi) Chicken Soup

traditionally used to clear deficiency heat, ease menopausal hot flushes, and restore energy by nourishing the liver and kidneys

⏱ 1 hr 10 min about 3 bowls

Soups

Three-Seed, Eucommia and Sea Cucumber Soup (San Zi Du Zhong Dun Hai Shen)

Traditionally used to nourish the kidneys and support fertility in both men and women

⏱ 200 min 2 servings (double for a couple)

Soups

Lotus Root, Chestnut, Fig & Pork Rib Soup

traditionally used to nourish blood, strengthen bones and tendons, support spleen function, and promote healthy circulation

⏱ 140 min 4 bowls

Soups

Chinese Yam, Euryale & Dried Turtle Skirt Soup

traditionally used to nourish kidney yin, consolidate essence, and support those with frequent night-time urination

⏱ 200 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Walnut, Apricot Kernel, Longan, Lily Bulb and Large Fish Head Soup

Traditionally associated with nourishing the heart, calming the mind, and supporting cognitive clarity

⏱ 1 hr 20 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Prince Ginseng, Snow Ear Fungus, Walnut, Lily Bulb and Fig Soup

Traditionally supports qi, calms the nervous system, and aids respiratory and digestive recovery in children

⏱ 1 hr 15 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Five-Finger Grass, Fresh Dendrobium, Chinese Yam, Lotus Seed, Wolfberry and Beef Shank Soup

Traditionally associated with warming the body, supporting immunity, and nourishing the spleen and kidney during cold weather

⏱ 2 hr 20 min 4 bowls

Soups

Fresh Chinese Yam, Corn Silk, Carrot and Dried Geoduck Clam Soup

Traditionally associated with supporting kidney-liver health, reducing thirst, and easing fluid retention related to metabolic conditions

⏱ 1 hr 50 min 4 bowls