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Spring Equinox · Seasonal Diet

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Red Date, Longan and Rose Tea
Red Date, Longan and Rose Tea

Herbal Teasp1Tonify qi and nourish blood

Astragalus and Codonopsis Tea (Huang Qi Dang Shen Qing Cha)
Astragalus and Codonopsis Tea (Huang Qi Dang Shen Qing Cha)

Herbal Teasp1fortify the spleen

Hawthorn and Red Date Tea
Hawthorn and Red Date Tea

Herbal Teasp1Promotes digestion and resolves accumulation.

Millet, Yam and Pumpkin Porridge
Millet, Yam and Pumpkin Porridge

Congeesp1Fortify the spleen and benefit the stomach

Quinoa Avocado Chicken Breast Salad
Quinoa Avocado Chicken Breast Salad

Dessertsp2Promote digestion and lower blood lipids

Lotus Seed and Chinese Yam Congee
Lotus Seed and Chinese Yam Congee

Congeesp2fortify the Spleen and nourish the Stomach

Steamed Egg with Sautéed Tender Mushrooms
Steamed Egg with Sautéed Tender Mushrooms

Stir-Friesp1Promote digestion and lower blood lipids

Stir-Fried Tofu with Shrimp
Stir-Fried Tofu with Shrimp

Stir-Friesp1Supplements calcium and strengthens bones

Stir-Fried Tender King Oyster Mushrooms with Red Dates
Stir-Fried Tender King Oyster Mushrooms with Red Dates

Stir-Friesp1supplement the middle and benefit qi

Pumpkin and Millet Porridge
Pumpkin and Millet Porridge

Congeesp1fortify the Spleen and nourish the Stomach

Peanut, Yam and Glutinous Rice Cake (Oil-Free, Low-Sugar Healthy Version)
Peanut, Yam and Glutinous Rice Cake (Oil-Free, Low-Sugar Healthy Version)

Dessertsp3fortify the Spleen and nourish the Stomach

Stir-fried Beef Shreds with Bell Peppers
Stir-fried Beef Shreds with Bell Peppers

Stir-Friesp2Tonify the Blood

Chinese Yam Soy Milk
Chinese Yam Soy Milk

Herbal Teasp1fortify the Spleen and nourish the Stomach

Recipe Name: Red Date, Lotus Seed and Roasted Barley Tea
Recipe Name: Red Date, Lotus Seed and Roasted Barley Tea

Herbal Teasp2Move qi and relieve vexation

Chrysanthemum and Goji Berry Millet Porridge (Liver-Clearing & Eye-Nourishing Congee)
Chrysanthemum and Goji Berry Millet Porridge (Liver-Clearing & Eye-Nourishing Congee)

Congeesp1Brighten the eyes and nourish the liver

Cassia Seed and Rice Porridge (Liver-Cleansing & Vision-Protecting Congee)
Cassia Seed and Rice Porridge (Liver-Cleansing & Vision-Protecting Congee)

Congeesp2Brighten the eyes and nourish the liver

Dried Tangerine Peel and Hawthorn Cake
Dried Tangerine Peel and Hawthorn Cake

Dessertsp2fortify the Stomach

White Radish and Pork Rib Soup
White Radish and Pork Rib Soup

Soupsp2regulate qi and relieve stuffiness in the middle (chest and diaphragm)

Stir-Fried Celery and Lily Bulbs
Stir-Fried Celery and Lily Bulbs

Stir-Friesp1Clears the liver and benefits the gallbladder.

Stir-Fried Loofah, Mushroom and Chicken Soup
Stir-Fried Loofah, Mushroom and Chicken Soup

Stewsp2Clear heat and relieve summer-heat

Mung Bean, Kelp and Old Duck Soup
Mung Bean, Kelp and Old Duck Soup

Stewsp2Clear heat and relieve summer-heat

Braised Pork Ribs with Pumpkin and Millet
Braised Pork Ribs with Pumpkin and Millet

Stewsp2fortify the Spleen and nourish the Stomach

Carrot, Corn and Lean Pork Soup
Carrot, Corn and Lean Pork Soup

Stewsp2Clear heat and moisten dryness

Chrysanthemum and Goji Berry Tea
Chrysanthemum and Goji Berry Tea

Herbal Teasp1clear the liver and brighten the eyes

Cassia Seed and Rose Tea
Cassia Seed and Rose Tea

Herbal Teasp2clear the liver and brighten the eyes

Mulberry Leaf and Chrysanthemum Tea
Mulberry Leaf and Chrysanthemum Tea

Herbal Teasp1Dispels wind and clears heat.

Mung Bean, Lily Bulb and Pigeon Soup
Mung Bean, Lily Bulb and Pigeon Soup

Stewsp2clear Heat and resolve Toxin

Spinach and Pork Liver Soup
Spinach and Pork Liver Soup

Soupsp2Tonify the Blood

Stir-Fried Coix Seed, Small Red Bean, Poria Cocos and Chicken Soup
Stir-Fried Coix Seed, Small Red Bean, Poria Cocos and Chicken Soup

Soupsp2Fortify the spleen and eliminate dampness

Dried Tangerine Peel, Black-Eyed Bean, Peanut and Pork Bone Soup
Dried Tangerine Peel, Black-Eyed Bean, Peanut and Pork Bone Soup

Soupsp2Fortify the spleen and eliminate dampness

Tomato, Enoki Mushroom and Tofu Soup
Tomato, Enoki Mushroom and Tofu Soup

Soupsp1Supplements calcium and strengthens bones

Black-Boned Chicken Soup with Red Dates, Longan and Goji Berries
Black-Boned Chicken Soup with Red Dates, Longan and Goji Berries

Soupsp2Nourish blood and calm the mind

Chinese Yam, Euryale Ferox and Pork Rib Soup
Chinese Yam, Euryale Ferox and Pork Rib Soup

Soupsp2Fortify the spleen and benefit the stomach

Stir-Fried Eggs with Chives and Dried Shrimp
Stir-Fried Eggs with Chives and Dried Shrimp

Stir-Friesp1Warms the kidney and assists yang.

Corn, Carrot, Water Chestnut and Lean Pork Soup
Corn, Carrot, Water Chestnut and Lean Pork Soup

Soupsp2clear Heat and generate fluids

Pork Liver and Spinach Salad
Pork Liver and Spinach Salad

Stir-Friesp2Tonify the Blood

Stir-Fried Seabass Fillets
Stir-Fried Seabass Fillets

Stir-Friesp1Supplements qi and strengthens the spleen.

Stir-Fried Snow Peas with Goji Berries
Stir-Fried Snow Peas with Goji Berries

Stir-Friesp1tonify the liver and kidney

Stir-Fried Celery with Fresh Lily Bulbs
Stir-Fried Celery with Fresh Lily Bulbs

Stir-Friesp1moisten the lung and stop cough

Stir-Fried Shredded Chicken Breast with Carrots
Stir-Fried Shredded Chicken Breast with Carrots

Stir-Friesp1brighten the eyes

Pumpkin and Lily Bulb Porridge
Pumpkin and Lily Bulb Porridge

Congeesp1Clears the Lung and relieves cough.

Rose, Snow Pear and Tremella Dessert Soup
Rose, Snow Pear and Tremella Dessert Soup

Dessertsp1nourish Yin

Black Bean Congee
Black Bean Congee

Congeesp1benefit the kidney and astringe essence

Black Sesame Congee
Black Sesame Congee

Congeesp1Tonifies the kidneys and darkens the hair

Celery with Peanuts
Celery with Peanuts

Stir-Friesp1Calms the liver.

Stir-Fried Shredded Chicken with Chayote
Stir-Fried Shredded Chicken with Chayote

Stir-Friesp1Soothes the Liver and regulates Qi.

Glutinous Rice Pumpkin Pancake
Glutinous Rice Pumpkin Pancake

Dessertsp3supplement the middle and benefit qi

Carrot, Corn, and Crucian Carp Soup
Carrot, Corn, and Crucian Carp Soup

Soupsp2Fortify the spleen and benefit the stomach

Tremella and Papaya Soup
Tremella and Papaya Soup

Dessertsp1Moisten the lungs and generate fluids

Eight Treasures Porridge
Eight Treasures Porridge

Congeesp2supplement the Spleen and harmonize the Stomach

Polygonum Multiflorum, Gardenia, and Black-Boned Chicken Soup
Polygonum Multiflorum, Gardenia, and Black-Boned Chicken Soup

Soupsp3Tonifies qi and nourishes blood.

Mulberry and Black Sesame Paste
Mulberry and Black Sesame Paste

Dessertsp1nourish Yin

Shiitake Mushroom and Black Date Porridge
Shiitake Mushroom and Black Date Porridge

Congeesp2Tonifies deficiency and replenishes loss.

Water Chestnut and Celery Juice
Water Chestnut and Celery Juice

Herbal Teasp1lower blood pressure / antihypertensive

Tangerine Peel and Kelp Porridge
Tangerine Peel and Kelp Porridge

Congeesp1regulate Qi and fortify the Spleen

Tangerine Peel, Hawthorn, and Malt Tea
Tangerine Peel, Hawthorn, and Malt Tea

Herbal Teasp1regulate Qi and fortify the Spleen

Ligustrum Lucidum and Red Date Tea
Ligustrum Lucidum and Red Date Tea

Herbal Teasp1tonify the liver and kidney

Black Rice and Jujube Porridge
Black Rice and Jujube Porridge

Congeesp2nourish Yin

Orange Peel Porridge
Orange Peel Porridge

Congeesp2regulate Qi and fortify the Spleen

Rose and Chuanxiong (Ligusticum wallichii) Soup
Rose and Chuanxiong (Ligusticum wallichii) Soup

Herbal Teasp2calm the heart

Rose and Kumquat Drink
Rose and Kumquat Drink

Herbal Teasp1Promotes qi circulation and relaxes the middle jiao.

Hawthorn Congee
Hawthorn Congee

Congeesp1fortify the Stomach

Stir-fried Chinese Toon with Eggs
Stir-fried Chinese Toon with Eggs

Stir-Friesp1Clears heat and promotes diuresis.

Citron and Buddha's Hand Porridge
Citron and Buddha's Hand Porridge

Congeesp2Soothes the Liver and regulates Qi.

Tangerine Peel and Jujube Porridge
Tangerine Peel and Jujube Porridge

Congeesp1regulate Qi and fortify the Spleen

Cabbage and Tofu Soup
Cabbage and Tofu Soup

Soupsp2regulate Qi and harmonize the Stomach

Malt and Hawthorn Drink
Malt and Hawthorn Drink

Herbal Teasp1move qi to promote digestion

Hazelnut and Rice Porridge
Hazelnut and Rice Porridge

Congeesp2Tonifies the spleen and strengthens the stomach.

Astragalus, Hyacinth Bean & Tangerine Peel Tea
Astragalus, Hyacinth Bean & Tangerine Peel Tea

Herbal Teasp2supplement Qi and raise Yang

Astragalus and Pig Tripe Soup
Astragalus and Pig Tripe Soup

Soupsp2supplement the middle and benefit qi

Cold Tossed Purslane
Cold Tossed Purslane

Stir-Friesp2clear Heat and resolve Toxin

Hawthorn, Lotus Leaf & Alisma Soup
Hawthorn, Lotus Leaf & Alisma Soup

Herbal Teasp1Resolves stagnation and quenches thirst.

Bupleurum and Cabbage Soup
Bupleurum and Cabbage Soup

Soupsp1Dispels wind and releases the exterior.

Black Rice and Chicken Porridge
Black Rice and Chicken Porridge

Congeesp3Nourishes yin and tonifies deficiency.

Celery and Pineapple Juice
Celery and Pineapple Juice

Herbal Teasp1Clears heat and purges fire.

Apple, Lemon, and Celery Juice
Apple, Lemon, and Celery Juice

Herbal Teasp1Calms the mind and lowers blood pressure.

Grape and Blueberry Juice
Grape and Blueberry Juice

Herbal Teasp1brighten the eyes

Cold Tossed Daylily Buds
Cold Tossed Daylily Buds

Stir-Friesp1Supplements deficiency and strengthens the brain.

Mulberry juice
Mulberry juice

Herbal Teasp2nourish Yin

Celery Porridge
Celery Porridge

Congeesp2Calms the liver.

Chrysanthemum Porridge
Chrysanthemum Porridge

Congeesp2Dispels wind and clears heat.

Gastrodia Braised Chicken
Gastrodia Braised Chicken

Stir-Friesp3Calms the liver.

Papaya and Tangerine Peel Porridge
Papaya and Tangerine Peel Porridge

Congeesp2Dispels dampness and resolves phlegm.

Chuanxiong and Baizhi Fish Head Soup
Chuanxiong and Baizhi Fish Head Soup

Soupsp3dispel wind and relieve pain

Braised Free-Range Chicken with Chestnuts
Braised Free-Range Chicken with Chestnuts

Stewsp3fortify the Spleen and nourish the Stomach

Lamb and Radish Stew
Lamb and Radish Stew

Stewsp3supplement the middle and benefit qi

Goji Berry & Pig Kidney Soup (Gouqi Yaosui Tang)
Goji Berry & Pig Kidney Soup (Gouqi Yaosui Tang)

Soupsp3Tonifies Kidney essence.

Rose Tea (Meiguihua Cha)
Rose Tea (Meiguihua Cha)

Herbal Teasp2Promotes qi circulation and relaxes the middle jiao.

Mint Tea (Bohe Cha)
Mint Tea (Bohe Cha)

Herbal Teasp2Induces diaphoresis.

Mulberry Leaf Tea (Sangye Cha)
Mulberry Leaf Tea (Sangye Cha)

Herbal Teasp2lower blood lipids

Cassia Seed Tea (Juemingzi Cha)
Cassia Seed Tea (Juemingzi Cha)

Herbal Teasp2clear heat

Prunella (Selfheal) Tea (Xiakucao Cha)
Prunella (Selfheal) Tea (Xiakucao Cha)

Herbal Teasp2clear the Liver and drain Fire

Chrysanthemum & Sophora Flower Tea (Ju Huai Cha / Ju Huai Lü Cha Yin)
Chrysanthemum & Sophora Flower Tea (Ju Huai Cha / Ju Huai Lü Cha Yin)

Herbal Teasp2Clears pathogenic fire in the Liver meridian.

外感风寒所致咳嗽者忌食——沙参性凉，风寒咳嗽（症见怕冷、流清涕、咳白稀痰）者不宜食用 脾虚便溏（慢性腹泻）者慎用——沙参性凉，枸杞虽性平但有润肠之效，可能加重腹泻 实热证或湿热内盛者慎食——症见大便干结、舌红苔黄腻、口苦口臭者不宜 糖尿病患者慎食——粥类及冰糖含糖量较高，需控制血糖者应谨慎食用或在医生指导下食用 对沙参、枸杞或本品中任意成分过敏者禁用
外感风寒所致咳嗽者忌食——沙参性凉，风寒咳嗽（症见怕冷、流清涕、咳白稀痰）者不宜食用 脾虚便溏（慢性腹泻）者慎用——沙参性凉，枸杞虽性平但有润肠之效，可能加重腹泻 实热证或湿热内盛者慎食——症见大便干结、舌红苔黄腻、口苦口臭者不宜 糖尿病患者慎食——粥类及冰糖含糖量较高，需控制血糖者应谨慎食用或在医生指导下食用 对沙参、枸杞或本品中任意成分过敏者禁用

Congeesp3nourish Yin

Luo Han Guo (Monk Fruit) & Lean Pork Soup
Luo Han Guo (Monk Fruit) & Lean Pork Soup

Soupsp2lower blood lipids

Dried Fig & Goji Berry Tea (Wuhuaguo Gouqi Cha)
Dried Fig & Goji Berry Tea (Wuhuaguo Gouqi Cha)

Herbal Teasp2Brighten the eyes and nourish the liver

Dried Fig & Mint Tea (Wuhuaguo Bohe Cha)
Dried Fig & Mint Tea (Wuhuaguo Bohe Cha)

Herbal Teasp2clear heat

Dried Fig & Mulberry Leaf Tea (Sangye Wuhuaguo Cha)
Dried Fig & Mulberry Leaf Tea (Sangye Wuhuaguo Cha)

Herbal Teasp2Clears heat and moistens the lungs.

Dried Fig & Chrysanthemum Tea (Wuhuaguo Juhua Cha)
Dried Fig & Chrysanthemum Tea (Wuhuaguo Juhua Cha)

Herbal Teasp2fortify the Spleen and stimulate appetite

Recipe Name: Fruit and Chrysanthemum Tea
Recipe Name: Fruit and Chrysanthemum Tea

Herbal Teasp1Clear the heart and relieve vexation

Pumpkin Simmered Asparagus
Pumpkin Simmered Asparagus

Stir-Friesp2

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