Wellness topic · page 19

Energy & Vitality

Soups

Green Papaya, Red-Skin Peanut and Fish Soup

Traditionally associated with nourishing blood, smoothing skin and supporting post-natal recovery

⏱ 80 min 4 bowls

Soups

Astragalus and Squab Soup

Traditionally associated with strengthening lung qi and reducing nasal sensitivity

⏱ 75 min ~3 bowls

Home-Style Dishes

He Shou Wu, Walnut and Black Sesame Paste

Traditionally associated with supporting liver and kidney health, nourishing blood and promoting hair vitality

⏱ 35 min 1 serving per preparation; recipe makes multiple servings of powder

Congee & Porridge

Water Caltrop and Coix Seed Congee

Traditionally associated with supporting anti-cancer defence, digestive function and general vitality

⏱ 70 min 3–4 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Three-Flower Tea (Rose, Chrysanthemum and Silk Tree Flower)

traditionally associated with relieving emotional tension and promoting calm

⏱ 10 min 1–2 cups / 1 teapot

Soups

Lotus Root, Peanut, Flower Bean and Dried Octopus Soup

traditionally associated with nourishing the blood and supporting lactation after childbirth

⏱ 140 min 4 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Lemongrass and Lemon Verbena Tea

traditionally associated with relaxing the nervous system and supporting alertness

⏱ 25 min 2–3 cups

Soups

Lotus Seed, Lily Bulb, Longan and Silkie Chicken Soup

traditionally associated with nourishing the blood, supporting restful sleep and easing fatigue

⏱ 110 min 4 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Longan Qi-Nourishing Calming Tea

traditionally used to support a calm mind, ease palpitations, and promote restful sleep

⏱ 70 min 2 bowls

Soups

Agaricus Mushroom, White Jade Fungus, Papaya, and Chicken Foot Soup

traditionally used to nourish the lungs, support skin moisture, and strengthen overall vitality

⏱ 110 min 4–5 bowls

Home-Style Dishes

Huai Shan, Goji, Squab Pigeon, and Sea Cucumber Stew

traditionally used to nourish essence and blood, support reproductive health, and strengthen the body after surgery or illness

⏱ 140 min 1 pot (2–3 servings)

Soups

Beetroot and Red Legume Vegetable Soup

traditionally used to nourish blood, support a healthy complexion, and strengthen memory and vitality

⏱ 110 min 4–5 bowls

Soups

Agaricus Mushroom, Chayote, and Pork Rib Soup

traditionally used to nourish the liver and kidneys, strengthen immunity, and support recovery after illness or surgery

⏱ 75 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Codonopsis, Angelica, and Lamb Soup

Traditionally used to warm and tonify qi and blood, relieve cold limbs and post-illness weakness

⏱ 135 min 4 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Astragalus, Codonopsis, and Bitter Buckwheat Tea

Traditionally used to replenish qi and blood, support immune function, and aid recovery during cancer treatment

⏱ 70 min 2 bowls (1 day's supply)

Congee & Porridge

Chinese Yam and Dry-Fried Hyacinth Bean Congee

Traditionally used to strengthen the spleen and stomach and ease diarrhoea after viral illness

⏱ 50 min 2–3 bowls

Soups

Agaricus Mushroom, Goji Berry, and Chayote Pork Rib Soup

Traditionally used to strengthen constitution, support immune function, and nourish liver and kidney

⏱ 75 min 4 bowls (serves 3–4)

Soups

Fresh Chinese Yam, Dendrobium, and Quail Soup

Traditionally used to strengthen the spleen and qi, nourish body fluids, and support those with hypothyroidism-related fatigue and poor appetite

⏱ 140 min 4 bowls

Soups

Fresh Yam, Chestnut and Silkie Chicken Soup

traditionally used to support digestive strength and nourish qi

⏱ 2 hr 20 min 4–5 bowls

Soups

Morinda Root, Beef Sinew, Chestnut and Pork Rib Soup

traditionally used to nourish the joints, tendons, and lower back

⏱ 2 hr 20 min 4–5 bowls

Home-Style Dishes

Honey-Preserved Red Ginseng Slices

traditionally used to nourish qi, support energy, and reduce the warming intensity of red ginseng

⏱ 2880 min approximately 2 months' supply (about 3 slices per day)

Soups

Five-Finger Peach Root, Ginger and Lamb Soup

traditionally used to warm the body, support qi, and ease cold sensitivity and joint discomfort

⏱ 2 hr 20 min 4–5 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Rose Jasmine Bergamot Tea

Traditionally supports liver qi flow and soothes the stomach

⏱ 15 min 1 pot / 1–2 cups

Soups

Fresh Yam, Dendrobium and Silkie Chicken Soup

Traditionally nourishes yin, generates fluids, and soothes stomach heat

⏱ 140 min 5–6 bowls