Wellness topic · page 20

Respiratory & Lung Wellness

Soups

Ginkgo, Walnut, Foxnut and Francolin Soup

traditionally used to nourish the lungs, spleen, and kidneys and support children prone to cough and wheeze

⏱ 2 hr 15 min 4–5 bowls

Soups

Snow Pear and Cogongrass Root Soup

traditionally used to clear lung heat, ease phlegm-cough, and reduce stomach fire

⏱ 1 hr 10 min 3 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Honeysuckle, Jasmine, and Chrysanthemum Tea

Traditionally associated with clearing internal heat, supporting healthy skin, and easing throat discomfort

⏱ 8 min 1–2 cups

Soups

Ginger, White Radish, and Spearmint Soup

Traditionally used at the very start of a cold to warm, open the pores, and ease sneezing, runny nose, and digestive upset

⏱ 30 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Dragon Tongue Leaf, Apple, Carrot and Lean Pork Soup

Traditionally used to clear lung heat, soothe dry or post-illness cough, and moisten the respiratory tract

⏱ 75 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Watercress, Carrot, Fig and Dried Duck Gizzard Soup

traditionally supports clearing lung heat and relieving dryness

⏱ 2 hr 15 min 4–5 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Perilla-Ginger-Brown Sugar Tea (cold type) and Mint-Mulberry-Chrysanthemum-Honeysuckle Drink (heat type)

traditionally supports the body during flu and cold season according to individual constitution

⏱ 15 min 1 serving (each recipe); multiply proportionally for a family of 3–4

Soups

Watercress, Dried Duck Gizzard and Carrot Soup

traditionally used to clear lung and stomach heat, relieve dryness, and soothe a sore throat after rich or fried foods

⏱ 3 hr 20 min 4–5 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Wampee Leaf Tea

traditionally used to support respiratory wellness and help ward off seasonal colds

⏱ 25 min 2 cups / 1 small pot

Soups

American Ginseng, Sand Ginseng, Solomon's Seal and Lily Bulb Soup

traditionally used to nourish yin, support throat comfort, and ease dry cough from late nights or overwork

⏱ 1 hr 15 min 4 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Magnolia Bud, Perilla Leaf and Brown Sugar Ginger Tea

traditionally used to ease nasal congestion, wind-cold headache, and symptoms of allergic rhinitis

⏱ 13 min 2 cups

Soups

Cordyceps Flower, Sand Ginseng, Snow Ear and Muscovy Duck Soup

traditionally used to nourish yin, support lung function, and ease dry cough in those prone to internal heat

⏱ 2 hr 20 min 4–5 bowls

Soups

Dried Persimmon and Fresh Lily Bulb Sweet Soup

traditionally used to nourish the lungs and support relief from dry, lingering coughs

⏱ 30 min 2 servings

Herbal & Flower Teas

Pseudostellaria Root and Smoked Plum Tea

traditionally used to nourish lung qi, support relief from a dry lingering cough, and reduce fatigue

⏱ 35 min 2 bowls / 1 pot

Soups

Broad Bean, Winter Melon and Lean Pork Soup

traditionally used to support urination and ease fluid retention

⏱ 2 hr 15 min 4 bowls

Tonic Drinks & Waters

Lemon Honey Drink

traditionally associated with supporting the body's resilience to seasonal pollen allergies

⏱ 15 min 1 jar (multiple servings)

Herbal & Flower Teas

Ginger Brown-Sugar Black Tea with Red Dates

Warms the body and encourages a light sweat at the onset of a chill

⏱ 7 min 1 cup

Soups

Five-Finger Peach Root, Bergamot & Tangerine Peel Tea

traditionally used to soothe digestive qi, reduce bloating, and ease acid reflux discomfort

⏱ 55 min about 2 bowls

Soups

Watercress, Carrot, Dried Duck Gizzard & Pork Bone Soup

traditionally used to clear lung heat, ease coughs, and support healthy bowel function

⏱ 1 hr 50 min about 4–5 bowls

Home-Style Dishes

Salt-Steamed Orange

traditionally used to reduce phlegm and soothe heat-type coughs and sore throats

⏱ 30 min 1 serving

Soups

Tiger Milk Mushroom, Snow Fungus, Lily and Almond Soup

traditionally strengthens lung qi, resolves phlegm, and supports respiratory health in children and adults

⏱ 2 hr 15 min 4 bowls

Soups

Dragon Tongue Leaf Apple Soup

traditionally supports lung moisture and helps clear phlegm

⏱ 40 min 4 bowls

Tonic Drinks & Waters

Golden Monk Fruit Pear Water

traditionally soothes and moistens the throat and lungs, supporting those exposed to smoke and alcohol

⏱ 25 min ~5 bowls

Home-Style Dishes

Mugwort Ginger Foot Soak

traditionally warms the body, disperses cold, and improves circulation through foot soaking

⏱ 20 min 1 foot-soak basin