Wellness topic · page 5

Women's Wellness

Home-Style Dishes

Hawthorn Berry Jam

traditionally associated with clearing food stagnation, supporting digestion, and easing menstrual cramping

⏱ 1 hr 40 min 1 small jar (about 250 ml)

Congee & Porridge

Wheat Berry and Red Date Congee

traditionally associated with calming the heart and mind, easing night sweats, and supporting restful sleep

⏱ 1 hr 10 min 2–3 bowls

Soups

Silkie Chicken, Dried Conch, Chinese Yam, and Wolfberry Soup

traditionally associated with nourishing yin, supporting the spleen and kidneys, and easing fatigue, dry mouth, and poor sleep during pregnancy

⏱ 2 hr 20 min 4 bowls

Soups

Green Papaya, Peanut, Fig and Pork Bone Soup

Traditionally used to promote lactation, nourish the blood and support postpartum recovery

⏱ 2 hr 20 min 3–4 bowls

Congee & Porridge

Dried Oyster Congee (Hao Chi Zhou)

Traditionally used to nourish yin, calm the mind, support the blood and lower internal heat

⏱ 1 hr 5 min 2–3 bowls

Soups

Tofu, Spirulina Seaweed & Fish-Head Soup

Traditionally used to nourish mother and baby during pregnancy

⏱ 70 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Astragalus, Codonopsis and Scorpionfish Soup

traditionally used to support wound healing and restore energy after surgery

⏱ 45 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Coconut Ball, Lily Bulb and Chestnut Soup

traditionally supports lung moisture and skin nourishment

⏱ 1 hr 55 min 4–5 bowls

Soups

Astragalus and Wang Bu Liu Xing Pork Soup

Traditionally used to support milk production in nursing mothers

⏱ 40 min 2 bowls / 1 pot

Soups

Snow Jelly (Saponaria Seed) Sweet Soup with Longan, Goji and Red Dates

traditionally associated with nourishing the skin, supporting liver health, and promoting a healthy complexion

⏱ 510 min 3 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Albizia Flower, Asparagus Root and Red Date Tea

traditionally used to soothe liver qi stagnation and support hormonal balance associated with breast tenderness

⏱ 25 min 2 cups / 1 small pot

Herbal & Flower Teas

Chinese Monthly Rose and Rose Petal Tea

traditionally used to support circulation, ease menstrual irregularity, and brighten complexion

⏱ 8 min 1 pot (2–3 cups)

Soups

Fish Maw and Carrot Double-Boiled Chicken Soup

traditionally used to nourish the skin, strengthen the body, and support recovery after illness or childbirth

⏱ 200 min 3–4 bowls / 1 pot

Soups

Fresh Morinda, Chestnut and Pork Bone Soup

traditionally used to support kidney qi, strengthen bones, and nourish memory

⏱ 2 hr 20 min 4–5 bowls

Soups

Lotus Root, Runner Bean, Dried Octopus, and Pork Bone Soup

traditionally associated with nourishing blood, supporting the spleen and kidney, and building overall vitality

⏱ 140 min 4–5 bowls (3–4 servings)

Herbal & Flower Teas

Gynura bicolor Tea (Purple-Backed Velvet Plant Tea)

Traditionally used to clear summer heat, relieve thirst, and support women with menstrual pain or irregular bleeding

⏱ 20 min 2–3 cups

Soups

Shiitake Snow Fungus Chestnut Cashew Soup

traditionally associated with supporting bone and tendon strength

⏱ 2 hr 15 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Codonopsis Peanut Quail Soup

traditionally associated with replenishing qi and blood, and supporting postnatal recovery

⏱ 2 hr 15 min 3–4 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Mulberry Sour Jujube Seed Tea

traditionally associated with calming the mind, supporting sleep and easing nervous fatigue

⏱ 20 min 1 cup / 1 serving

Herbal & Flower Teas

Apple Blossom, Jasmine, and Osmanthus Tea

Traditionally associated with easing menstrual discomfort, calming mood, and supporting hormonal balance

⏱ 7 min 1–2 cups

Soups

Lotus Root, Peanut, Fig, and Pork Rib Soup

Traditionally associated with nourishing blood, strengthening the spleen, and supporting milk production

⏱ 135 min 4–5 bowls

Home-Style Dishes

Vinegar-Soaked Black Raisins (Osmanthus or Rose Vinegar)

traditionally supports circulation, skin health, blood nourishment and digestive wellbeing

⏱ 8 hr 1 jar (ongoing supply; eat 8–10 raisins per day)

Soups

Walnut, Black Sesame, Red Bean and Black Rice Sweet Soup

traditionally used to nourish blood and warm the womb, supporting menstrual regularity

⏱ 40 min 2–3 bowls

Soups

Fuzzy Melon, Lily Bud, Black Wood Ear and Tofu Pork Soup

traditionally used to nourish blood, calm the spirit, and support breast milk flow in new mothers

⏱ 80 min 3–4 bowls