Wellness topic · page 9

Skin & Natural Beauty

Tonic Drinks & Waters

Green Pepper and Carrot Juice

Traditionally associated with supporting blood pressure, circulation, and skin nourishment

⏱ 5 min 1 glass per serving; 3 times per week recommended

Herbal & Flower Teas

Yellow Fungus Pear Jujube Tea

traditionally nourishes yin, moistens the lungs, and supports skin and energy after childbirth

⏱ 1 hr 40 min 2 bowls (serves 1–2)

Congee & Porridge

Young Coconut Silky Chicken Congee

traditionally supports the spleen and stomach, soothes heat and dryness, and nourishes the skin

⏱ 60 min 3–4 bowls (serves 2–3)

Tonic Drinks & Waters

Beetroot Apple Fresh Juice

traditionally associated with supporting healthy blood pressure, nourishing the blood, and brightening the complexion

⏱ 10 min 1–2 glasses (serves 1–2)

Soups

Golden Carrot, Sugarcane and Water Chestnut Soup with Cilantro

traditionally supports heat clearance and skin comfort during childhood rashes

⏱ 60 min 4 bowls (for child to drink over one day)

Soups

Chinese Yam, Lotus Seed and Yellow Ear Fungus Soup

traditionally supports digestive wellness, skin nourishment and healthy ageing

⏱ 135 min 4 bowls

Soups

Fresh Lotus Seed, Snow Fungus and Longan Dessert Soup

traditionally associated with nourishing the heart, calming the mind, and supporting skin radiance

⏱ 1 hr 15 min 4 bowls / 3–4 servings

Herbal & Flower Teas

Cinnamon Twig, Dry Ginger, Angelica & Red Date Tea (Gui Zhi Gan Jiang Dang Gui Zao Tea)

traditionally warms the channels, nourishes blood, and supports the body's natural drainage of excess fluid

⏱ 20 min 1 day's serving (can steep 1–2 extra times)

Herbal & Flower Teas

Apple, Chrysanthemum Flower & Fig Tea (Ping Guo Ju Hua Tang)

traditionally clears heat and supports skin clarity; nourishes and brightens

⏱ 55 min 4 cups

Soups

Psoralea, Walnut and Lotus Seed Soup

traditionally used to warm the spleen and kidneys and support a healthier complexion

⏱ 2 hr 15 min 4 bowls

Home-Style Dishes

Sea Cucumber and Flower Mushroom Braised Chicken

traditionally associated with nourishing the skin, supporting kidney health, and general vitality

⏱ 1 hr 15 min 2–3 servings

Soups

Mulberry Mistletoe, Mulberry Fruit, Goji and Black Bean Soup

traditionally used to nourish liver and kidney, support hair vitality, and ease premature greying or hair loss

⏱ 1 hr 15 min 3 bowls (can be divided over 1–2 days)

Soups

Snow Fungus, Papaya, Fig and Lean Pork Soup

traditionally associated with nourishing the lungs, supporting digestion, and moistening dry skin

⏱ 75 min 3–4 bowls / suitable for the whole family

Home-Style Dishes

Fruit-Infused Garlic Vinegar (Suan Cu)

traditionally associated with supporting immunity, reducing blood lipids, and anti-aging; not a cure or treatment

1 jar (~500 ml) — taken in small daily doses

Soups

Lotus Root, Black Bean and Octopus Soup

Traditionally supports blood nourishment and hair health after childbirth

⏱ 140 min 4–5 bowls

Soups

Fish Maw Goji Berry Frog Soup

traditionally associated with nourishing yin and blood, supporting skin smoothness and elasticity

⏱ 200 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Coral Grass & Goji Berry Sweet Soup

traditionally associated with supporting skin clarity, gentle bowel regularity, and nourishing the liver

⏱ 25 min 2–3 servings

Herbal & Flower Teas

Mulberry Tea

traditionally associated with calming the mind and supporting sleep quality

⏱ 7 min 1 cup

Herbal & Flower Teas

Schisandra, Codonopsis, Longan and Lotus Seed Tea

traditionally associated with calming anxiety, easing low mood, and supporting restful sleep

⏱ 65 min 2 bowls

Home-Style Dishes

Soybean Sprout and Dace Fish Paste Stir-Fry

traditionally associated with supporting the body's ability to clear common warts

⏱ 25 min 2–3 servings

Congee & Porridge

Pine Nut and Fig Congee

traditionally associated with gently moistening the intestines, supporting bowel regularity, and nourishing the skin

⏱ 50 min 2–3 servings

Soups

He Shou Wu and Catfish Soup

traditionally used to nourish liver, kidney, and support hair vitality

⏱ 110 min 3–4 bowls

Home-Style Dishes

Mulberry Paste (Sang Shen Gao)

Traditionally associated with nourishing yin, enriching blood, and supporting hair vitality

⏱ 1 hr 20 min approximately 1 jar (multiple servings)

Home-Style Dishes

Garlic-Vinegar Foot Soak (Suan Cu Jin Ji)

traditionally used to eliminate foot odour, inhibit fungal growth, and improve circulation in the feet

⏱ 730 min 1 seven-day course (enough to soak both feet for 7 days)