Wellness topic · page 5

Immune Support

Astragalus, Goji Berry & Red Date Tea

supports immune function and eye comfort; traditionally associated with strengthening qi, nourishing the blood, and supporting vision

⏱ 25 min 3 cups (1 day's serving)

Soups

Astragalus, Black Soybean and Beef Soup with Southern Dates

traditionally used to consolidate defensive qi, reduce spontaneous and night sweating, and support energy

⏱ 105 min 3–4 bowls

Home-Style Dishes

Organic Apple Cider Vinegar with Garlic and Rock Sugar

traditionally associated with supporting healthy blood pressure, cholesterol, and immune function

1 jar (about 250 g garlic in ~400 ml vinegar)

Soups

Tomato, Seaweed and Fresh Fish Soup

traditionally associated with cardiovascular support, immune health, and antioxidant protection

⏱ 45 min 3–4 bowls

Tonic Drinks & Waters

Kumquat and Lemon Honey Preserve

Traditionally associated with strengthening immunity and supporting respiratory health; also used for cold prevention

⏱ 40 min 1 jar (enough for 3–4 months of daily use; 2 tablespoons per serving)

Soups

Chayote, Poria and Grass Carp Tail Soup

Traditionally used to strengthen the body's defences during outbreaks of hand-foot-mouth disease

⏱ 55 min 3–4 bowls

Tonic Drinks & Waters

Carrot and Red Date Water

traditionally used to soothe persistent cough in children, support immunity, and ease allergic cough

⏱ 40 min 2 bowls

Soups

Fresh Yam, Chayote and Fresh Fish Soup

traditionally used to strengthen immunity, support healthy blood sugar and blood pressure, and nourish the whole family

⏱ 75 min 4 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Wampee Leaf Tea

traditionally associated with supporting the body's defences against seasonal flu and clearing wind-heat

⏱ 25 min about 4 bowls

Soups

Three-Bean Beetroot Soup

Traditionally used to support the body's defences during measles season

⏱ 2 hr 40 min 4 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Jiaogulan Tea

Traditionally associated with immune support, antioxidant activity, and adaptogenic effects similar to ginseng

⏱ 5 min 1 pot (re-steepable)

Herbal & Flower Teas

White Peony and Cinnamon Twig Tea

Traditionally used to support relief from allergic rhinitis symptoms and harmonise the body's defences

⏱ 55 min 2 bowls (divide over the day)

Congee & Porridge

Mung Bean and Job's Tears Congee

Traditionally used to clear heat, resolve dampness, and support the body's defences in summer

⏱ 70 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Astragalus, Scallion and Fermented Soybean Soup

Traditionally used to support recovery from colds in constitutionally weak individuals by tonifying qi and dispersing surface pathogens

⏱ 30 min 2 bowls (about 2 servings)

Herbal & Flower Teas

Jiaogulan Tea (Gynostemma pentaphyllum)

Traditionally associated with antioxidant support and immune-system wellness

⏱ 10 min 4–5 cups

Soups

Hairy Gourd Maitake Goji Berry Partridge Soup

Traditionally used for summer nourishment, immune support, and replenishing vital energy

⏱ 80 min 4 bowls

Soups

Red-Skin Peanut, Jujube & Longan Soup

traditionally associated with nourishing the blood, supporting platelet production, and strengthening the spleen

⏱ 70 min 3 bowls

Soups

Cordyceps Flower, Lotus Seed, Lily Bulb & Goji Berry Soup

traditionally associated with strengthening the lungs, supporting immunity, protecting the liver, and calming the mind

⏱ 60 min 3 bowls

Soups

Snow Fungus, White-Back Black Wood Ear & Jujube Soup

traditionally associated with nourishing blood, improving skin radiance, boosting immunity, and supporting recovery during chemotherapy

⏱ 50 min 3 bowls

Soups

Astragalus, Codonopsis, Angelica & Black-Bone Chicken Soup

traditionally used to tonify qi and blood, support recovery after illness or surgery

⏱ 110 min 4 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Dendrobium Flower Tea (Shi Hu Hua Cha)

traditionally associated with brightening the eyes, nourishing yin, relieving emotional tension, and supporting immunity

⏱ 7 min 1 cup / refillable

Soups

Fresh Dendrobium, Burdock, White Radish and Snow Fungus Soup

traditionally associated with nourishing yin, clearing heat, supporting immunity, and helping prevent the accumulation of toxins

⏱ 140 min 4 bowls

Home-Style Dishes

Vinegar-Soaked Dark Raisins

Traditionally associated with nourishing the liver, supporting detoxification, and protecting brain cells from ageing

⏱ 480 min Multiple servings (1 tablespoon per day)

Soups

Cordyceps Flower, Fresh Yam, Goji Berry, and Mallard Duck Soup

Traditionally associated with strengthening constitution and supporting natural immunity, especially for children

⏱ 140 min 4–5 bowls