Wellness topic · page 21

Respiratory & Lung Wellness

Soups

American Ginseng Ophiopogon Astragalus Pork Soup

traditionally generates fluids, nourishes yin, and supports qi to address muscle weakness and fatigue

⏱ 110 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Astragalus Codonopsis Goji Soup

traditionally tonifies qi and blood to support the immune system and the body's natural resistance

⏱ 100 min 4 bowls

Soups

Ginger Scallion Mustard Greens Soup

traditionally warms and releases the surface, helping ease chills, nasal congestion, and muscle aches from a cold

⏱ 35 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Loquat Leaf, Dragon Tongue Leaf, Tangerine Cake and Snow Pear Soup

Traditionally associated with clearing lung heat, relieving cough and preventing autumn dryness

⏱ 40 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Maitake, Flower Mushroom, Huaishan, Wolfberry & Dendrobium Pork Soup

traditionally used to nourish qi and yin, promote fluid production, and support immunity during and after cancer treatment

⏱ 110 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Wild Watercress, Carrot & Crucian Carp Soup

Traditionally used to clear internal heat, ease joint aches, and relieve sore throats

⏱ 2 hr 15 min 3–4 bowls / 1 pot

Soups

Almond Powder, Fresh & Dried Cabbage, Pork Lung & Pork Rib Soup

Traditionally used to clear lung and stomach heat, moisten dryness, and support bowel regularity

⏱ 2 hr 20 min 4–5 bowls / 1 pot

Soups

Night-Blooming Cereus, Carrot & Lean Pork Soup

Traditionally used to clear lung heat, reduce phlegm, and ease cough

⏱ 2 hr 15 min 4–5 bowls / 1 pot

Soups

Fresh Houttuynia, Carrot & Lean Pork Soup

Traditionally used to clear lung heat, support recovery from respiratory infection, and ease cough with phlegm

⏱ 40 min about 3 bowls / 1 pot

Soups

Cinnamon Twig, Angelica Root, Ginger & Red Date Chicken Soup

Traditionally used to warm the uterus, improve circulation, ease period pain, and support fertility in women with cold constitution

⏱ 2 hr 20 min 4 bowls / 1 pot

Home-Style Dishes

Thyme Red-Braised Beef Tendon and Oxtail

traditionally associated with warming the middle, dispersing cold, and supporting strong tendons and bones

⏱ 1 hr 50 min 1 large serving platter (3–4 servings)

Soups

Apple, Pear, Fig, Sweet Almond and Fresh Lily Bulb Sweet Soup

traditionally associated with moistening the lungs, easing a dry cough, and calming the mind

⏱ 1 hr 3–4 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Honeysuckle, Reed Root, Monk Fruit and Licorice Tea

traditionally associated with clearing heat, detoxifying, and supporting the immune system during respiratory illness

⏱ 45 min 2 bowls (1 day's serving)

Soups

Angelica Root, Codonopsis and Lamb Soup

traditionally used to warm the body, nourish qi and blood, and ease cold-related weakness

⏱ 140 min 4 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Fresh Dendrobium Orchid and American Ginseng Tea (Xian Shi Hu Hua Qi Shen Cha)

traditionally used to clear heat, generate fluids, relieve dry throat, and support the voice

⏱ 20 min 2–3 cups

Herbal & Flower Teas

Dried Tangerine Cake Cough-Relief Tea

traditionally used to soothe coughs and moisten the throat in children and adults

⏱ 55 min 2 bowls (1 day's serving)

Herbal & Flower Teas

Astragalus, Ophiopogon and Licorice Tea

traditionally associated with supporting immune resilience and reducing recurrent colds in both adults and children

⏱ 35 min 2 bowls (1–2 servings)

Herbal & Flower Teas

Fresh Ginger and Garlic Tea

traditionally used to warm the body, dispel cold, and support the immune system during flu season

⏱ 15 min 2 bowls (1 serving; double all amounts for family)

Soups

Pepino Melon, Carrot, Water Chestnut and Goji Berry Soup

traditionally associated with generating fluids, relieving thirst and dryness, and supporting blood sugar and blood pressure balance

⏱ 75 min 3 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Astragalus, Goji Berry and Red Date Tea

traditionally associated with strengthening immune defences and supporting qi and blood — a simple preventive tea during flu season

⏱ 20 min 2 bowls (1 serving)

Herbal & Flower Teas

Passion Fruit Lemon Honey Tea

traditionally used to support immune defence during flu season

1 cup (plus honey-lemon jar that keeps 4–5 days refrigerated)

Congee & Porridge

Yu Ping Feng Goji Berry Millet Congee

traditionally used to tonify protective qi, strengthen constitution, and support resistance to colds and flu

⏱ 1 hr 15 min 2–3 bowls (1 adult or 2 children)

Home-Style Dishes

Onion and Basil Stir-Fried Venison Slices

traditionally used to warm yang, nourish qi and blood, and support those with cold extremities and low vitality

⏱ 30 min 2 servings

Soups

Glehnia, Ophiopogon, Dendrobium and Conch Soup

traditionally used to nourish lung and stomach yin, reduce internal heat, calm the mind, and support those managing hyperthyroidism symptoms

⏱ 1 hr 50 min 3–4 bowls (serves 2–3)