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Dried Snow Pear and Solomon's Seal Tea (Xue Li Gan Yu Zhu Cha)
Dried Snow Pear and Solomon's Seal Tea (Xue Li Gan Yu Zhu Cha)

Herbal Teasp1Enrich Yin

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.

Recipe Name: Coca-Cola Ginger Tea with Lemon
Recipe Name: Coca-Cola Ginger Tea with Lemon

Herbal Teasp1Refresh the mind and invigorate the brain

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

Black Five-Treasures Mixed Grain Porridge (Kidney-Nourishing Dark Congee)
Black Five-Treasures Mixed Grain Porridge (Kidney-Nourishing Dark Congee)

Congeesp2Tonify the middle and replenish qi

Red Date, Longan and Millet Milk Pudding
Red Date, Longan and Millet Milk Pudding

Dessertsp1Tonify qi and nourish blood

Longan and Lotus Seed Congee
Longan and Lotus Seed Congee

Congeesp1nourish the heart and calm the mind

Chinese Yam Soy Milk
Chinese Yam Soy Milk

Herbal Teasp1fortify the Spleen and nourish the Stomach

Stir-fried Eel with Green Peppers
Stir-fried Eel with Green Peppers

Stir-Friesp2Supplements deficiency.

Gan Mai Da Zao Porridge originates
Gan Mai Da Zao Porridge originates

Congeesp2nourish the heart and calm the mind

Longan, Suanzaoren and Black Bean Soymilk
Longan, Suanzaoren and Black Bean Soymilk

Herbal Teasp3Tonifies Kidney essence.

Jingjie Porridge
Jingjie Porridge

Congeesp2release the exterior and dispel cold

Longan and Red Date Porridge
Longan and Red Date Porridge

Congeesp2Nourish blood and calm the mind

Chuanwu Porridge
Chuanwu Porridge

Congeesp3Dries dampness and dispels wind.

Pumpkin Simmered Asparagus
Pumpkin Simmered Asparagus

Stir-Friesp2

Red Date, Longan and "Five Reds" Congee (Blood-Boosting Tonic Porridge)
Red Date, Longan and "Five Reds" Congee (Blood-Boosting Tonic Porridge)

Congeesp2Tonify qi and nourish blood

Astragalus and Codonopsis Millet Porridge (Qi-Boosting TCM Porridge)
Astragalus and Codonopsis Millet Porridge (Qi-Boosting TCM Porridge)

Congeesp2Fortify the spleen and benefit the stomach

Coix Seed and Small Red Bean Porridge (Dampness-Relief Classic)
Coix Seed and Small Red Bean Porridge (Dampness-Relief Classic)

Congeesp2Tonify the middle and replenish qi

Ginger Juice Brown Sugar Glutinous Rice Cake (Ci Ba)
Ginger Juice Brown Sugar Glutinous Rice Cake (Ci Ba)

Dessertsp4Improves anemia

Ginger Red Bean Paste Glutinous Rice Cake (Stuffed Ci Ba)
Ginger Red Bean Paste Glutinous Rice Cake (Stuffed Ci Ba)

Dessertsp4Improves anemia

Red Bean Milk Pudding (Hong Dou Dun Nai)
Red Bean Milk Pudding (Hong Dou Dun Nai)

Dessertsp3Supplements calcium and strengthens bones

Osmanthus, Lotus Seed and Tremella Dessert Soup
Osmanthus, Lotus Seed and Tremella Dessert Soup

Dessertsp2nourish Yin

Osmanthus Lotus Seed Soup (Gui Hua Lian Zi Geng)
Osmanthus Lotus Seed Soup (Gui Hua Lian Zi Geng)

Dessertsp2nourish Yin

Lily Bulb, Lotus Seed and Tremella Dessert Soup
Lily Bulb, Lotus Seed and Tremella Dessert Soup

Dessertsp2nourish Yin

Tremella, Snow Pear and Lotus Seed Dessert Soup
Tremella, Snow Pear and Lotus Seed Dessert Soup

Dessertsp2nourish Yin

Tremella and Snow Pear Dessert Soup (Yin Er Xue Li Geng)
Tremella and Snow Pear Dessert Soup (Yin Er Xue Li Geng)

Dessertsp2nourish Yin

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

Dessertsp2fortify the Stomach

Chinese Yam, Millet and Lean Pork Soup
Chinese Yam, Millet and Lean Pork Soup

Soupsp2Fortify the spleen and benefit the stomach

Poria Cocos, Euryale Ferox and Lean Pork Soup (Spleen-Strengthening Dampness-Relief Soup)
Poria Cocos, Euryale Ferox and Lean Pork Soup (Spleen-Strengthening Dampness-Relief Soup)

Soupsp2Fortify the spleen and eliminate dampness

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

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

Wood Ear Mushroom, Carrot and Broccoli Stir-Fry
Wood Ear Mushroom, Carrot and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Stir-Friesp1moisten the Intestines and unblock the bowels

Stir-Fried Loofah with Shrimp
Stir-Fried Loofah with Shrimp

Stir-Friesp1Clears heat and releases the exterior.

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

Stewsp2Clear heat and relieve summer-heat

Lily Bulb, Lotus Seed, Snow Pear and Lean Pork Soup
Lily Bulb, Lotus Seed, Snow Pear and Lean Pork Soup

Stewsp2nourish Yin

Chinese Yam, Euryale Ferox and Free-Range Chicken Soup
Chinese Yam, Euryale Ferox and Free-Range Chicken Soup

Stewsp2fortify the Spleen and nourish the Stomach

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

Stewsp2fortify the Spleen and nourish the Stomach

Chrysanthemum and Goji Berry Tea
Chrysanthemum and Goji Berry Tea

Herbal Teasp1clear the liver and brighten the eyes

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

Kelp and Soybean Soup
Kelp and Soybean Soup

Soupsp2promote diuresis to reduce edema

Astragalus and Codonopsis Lean Pork Soup (Huang Qi Dang Shen Shou Rou Tang)
Astragalus and Codonopsis Lean Pork Soup (Huang Qi Dang Shen Shou Rou Tang)

Soupsp2supplement the middle and benefit qi

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

Soupsp2Fortify the spleen and benefit the stomach

Ginger, Red Date and Glutinous Rice Porridge
Ginger, Red Date and Glutinous Rice Porridge

Congeesp1Warms the spleen and stomach.

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

Stir-Friesp1Warms the kidney and assists yang.

Crucian Carp Soup with Tofu and Shiitake Mushrooms
Crucian Carp Soup with Tofu and Shiitake Mushrooms

Soupsp3Fortify the spleen and eliminate dampness

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.

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

Dessertsp1nourish Yin

Steamed Apple with Fresh Lily Bulbs
Steamed Apple with Fresh Lily Bulbs

Dessertsp1Moisten the lung

Steamed Sea Bass
Steamed Sea Bass

Stewsp1fortify the Spleen and nourish the Stomach

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

Chestnut and Pig's Trotter Soup
Chestnut and Pig's Trotter Soup

Soupsp2benefit the kidney and astringe essence

Chinese Yam and Lamb Soup
Chinese Yam and Lamb Soup

Soupsp2Activate blood

Ginseng, Angelica, and Pig's Heart Soup
Ginseng, Angelica, and Pig's Heart Soup

Soupsp2Tonify qi and nourish blood

Red Bean, Lotus Seed, and Lily Bulb Congee
Red Bean, Lotus Seed, and Lily Bulb Congee

Congeesp1Fortify the spleen and eliminate dampness

Celery with Peanuts
Celery with Peanuts

Stir-Friesp1Calms the liver.

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

Chuanbei, Snow Pear, and Pork Lung Soup
Chuanbei, Snow Pear, and Pork Lung Soup

Soupsp2Moisten the lungs and generate fluids

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

Soupsp3Tonifies qi and nourishes blood.

Walnut and Chestnut Drink
Walnut and Chestnut Drink

Herbal Teasp2Tonifies Kidney essence.

Astragalus and Chinese Yam Porridge
Astragalus and Chinese Yam Porridge

Congeesp2Supplements qi and strengthens the spleen.

Minced Chicken with Tofu
Minced Chicken with Tofu

Stir-Friesp2Supplements calcium and strengthens bones

Lotus Seed and Pork Stomach Soup
Lotus Seed and Pork Stomach Soup

Soupsp2fortify the Spleen and stimulate appetite

Deer Antler, Goji Berry, and Black-Boned Chicken Soup
Deer Antler, Goji Berry, and Black-Boned Chicken Soup

Soupsp3tonify Kidney Yang

Stir-fried Garlic Scapes with Lamb
Stir-fried Garlic Scapes with Lamb

Stir-Friesp1Enrich the kidney

Lockyang (Cynomorium) and Walnut Porridge
Lockyang (Cynomorium) and Walnut Porridge

Congeesp2tonify the kidney and assist yang

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

Congeesp2Tonifies deficiency and replenishes loss.

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

Herbal Teasp1regulate Qi and fortify the Spleen

Pseudostellaria Root and Old Duck Soup
Pseudostellaria Root and Old Duck Soup

Soupsp2Supplements qi and strengthens the spleen.

Red Bean and Brown Sugar Paste
Red Bean and Brown Sugar Paste

Dessertsp2promote diuresis to reduce edema

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

Herbal Teasp2calm the heart

Tangerine Peel and Jujube Porridge
Tangerine Peel and Jujube Porridge

Congeesp1regulate Qi and fortify the Spleen

Ginger and Jujube Porridge
Ginger and Jujube Porridge

Congeesp2Warms the middle jiao and dispels cold.

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

Longan, Lotus Seed & Tremella Soup
Longan, Lotus Seed & Tremella Soup

Soupsp2nourish Yin

Euryale Seed Porridge
Euryale Seed Porridge

Congeesp1fortify the Spleen and nourish the Stomach

Shan Shen Zhou
Shan Shen Zhou

Congeesp1Tonifies the spleen and strengthens the stomach.

Buzhong Yiqi Porridge
Buzhong Yiqi Porridge

Congeesp2supplement the middle and benefit qi

White Radish and Ginger Drink
White Radish and Ginger Drink

Herbal Teasp2transform phlegm and relieve cough

Northern Apricot Kernel and Pig Lung Soup
Northern Apricot Kernel and Pig Lung Soup

Soupsp3Direct qi downward and transform phlegm

Ephedra and Dried Ginger Decoction
Ephedra and Dried Ginger Decoction

Herbal Teasp2diffuse the lung and relieve wheezing

Yam and Pinellia Porridge,
Yam and Pinellia Porridge,

Congeesp2dry Dampness and transform Phlegm

Loofah and Chicken Soup
Loofah and Chicken Soup

Soupsp3clear heat

Black Rice and Chicken Porridge
Black Rice and Chicken Porridge

Congeesp3Nourishes yin and tonifies deficiency.

Snakehead Fish Porridge
Snakehead Fish Porridge

Congeesp3Tonifies the spleen and warms the stomach.

Steamed Quail with Coriander
Steamed Quail with Coriander

Stewsp3supplement the middle and benefit qi

Stir-fried Potato Shreds with Double Peppers
Stir-fried Potato Shreds with Double Peppers

Stir-Friesp1Promote digestion and lower blood lipids

Black Rice and Apple Porridge
Black Rice and Apple Porridge

Congeesp2nourish Yin

Sea Cucumber and Millet Porridge
Sea Cucumber and Millet Porridge

Congeesp2Tonifies Kidney essence.

Steamed Hairtail
Steamed Hairtail

Stewsp2lower blood pressure / antihypertensive

Broccoli with Twin Mushrooms
Broccoli with Twin Mushrooms

Stir-Friesp1Exerts anticancer effects.

Mapo Monkey Head Mushroom
Mapo Monkey Head Mushroom

Stir-Friesp1Awakens the spleen and stimulates appetite.

Danggui Lamb Soup
Danggui Lamb Soup

Soupsp2Warms the middle and assists Yang.

Stir-fried Two Winter Delicacies
Stir-fried Two Winter Delicacies

Stir-Friesp1lower blood lipids

Salmon with Tomato
Salmon with Tomato

Stir-Friesp2lower blood lipids

Pig Heart and Suanzaoren Soup
Pig Heart and Suanzaoren Soup

Soupsp3Tonify the Blood

wo-Color Cauliflower Soup
wo-Color Cauliflower Soup

Soupsp3Tonifies the kidneys and astringes essence.

Gastrodia Braised Chicken
Gastrodia Braised Chicken

Stir-Friesp3Calms the liver.

Astragalus and Dried Shrimp Soup
Astragalus and Dried Shrimp Soup

Soupsp2Tonifies the Kidneys and strengthens the Spleen.

Kelp and Spare Ribs Soup
Kelp and Spare Ribs Soup

Soupsp2Supplements calcium and strengthens bones

Sea Cucumber and Silky Fowl Soup
Sea Cucumber and Silky Fowl Soup

Soupsp3Tonifies Kidney essence.

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

Fugui Pig Trotter Soup
Fugui Pig Trotter Soup

Soupsp2Dispels wind and disperses cold.

Gegen and Pork Spine Soup
Gegen and Pork Spine Soup

Soupsp2supplement Qi

Mulberry Twig Chicken Soup
Mulberry Twig Chicken Soup

Soupsp3Supplements deficiency.

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

Stewsp3fortify the Spleen and nourish the Stomach

Mixed Mushroom and Tofu Clay Pot
Mixed Mushroom and Tofu Clay Pot

Stewsp2fortify the Spleen and stimulate appetite

Lamb and Radish Stew
Lamb and Radish Stew

Stewsp3supplement the middle and benefit qi

Tomato Codfish Stew
Tomato Codfish Stew

Stewsp2lower blood lipids

Braised Crucian Carp with Shiitake Mushrooms
Braised Crucian Carp with Shiitake Mushrooms

Stewsp2fortify the spleen

Chinese Yam Stew with Skinless Chicken Breast
Chinese Yam Stew with Skinless Chicken Breast

Stewsp2fortify the Spleen and nourish the Stomach

Mushroom Stew with Skinless Chicken Leg
Mushroom Stew with Skinless Chicken Leg

Stewsp2supplement the middle and benefit qi

Spinach & Tofu Stew
Spinach & Tofu Stew

Stewsp2lower blood lipids

Tomato Stew with Basa (Swai) Fish Fillets
Tomato Stew with Basa (Swai) Fish Fillets

Stewsp2lower blood lipids

Oxtail Clay Pot Stew (Niúwěi Shāguō)
Oxtail Clay Pot Stew (Niúwěi Shāguō)

Stewsp4nourish Yin

Deer Antler Gelatin Milk (Lujiaojiao Milk)
Deer Antler Gelatin Milk (Lujiaojiao Milk)

Herbal Teasp3Tonifies the Kidneys and strengthens the Spleen.

Guizhi (Cinnamon Twig) Congee
Guizhi (Cinnamon Twig) Congee

Congeesp2Induces sweating and releases the exterior.

Fangfeng (Saposhnikovia) & Scallion Congee
Fangfeng (Saposhnikovia) & Scallion Congee

Congeesp2Dispels wind and disperses cold.

Astragalus & Rice Congee (Huangqi Zhou)
Astragalus & Rice Congee (Huangqi Zhou)

Congeesp3Tonify Qi

Panax Notoginseng (Sanqi) & Shiitake Mushroom Chicken Soup
Panax Notoginseng (Sanqi) & Shiitake Mushroom Chicken Soup

Soupsp3Tonify qi and nourish blood

Lamb Bone Soup (Yanggu Tang)
Lamb Bone Soup (Yanggu Tang)

Soupsp3Tonifies the Kidneys and strengthens the bones.

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

Soupsp3Tonifies Kidney essence.

Tomato Beef Brisket Stew (Fānqié Niú Nǎn)
Tomato Beef Brisket Stew (Fānqié Niú Nǎn)

Stewsp3Resolves dampness and promotes appetite.

Tofu & Basa Fish Stew
Tofu & Basa Fish Stew

Stewsp3Supplements calcium and strengthens bones

Chinese Cabbage & Frozen Tofu Stew
Chinese Cabbage & Frozen Tofu Stew

Stewsp2clear heat and relieve vexation（清热除烦）

Sauerkraut & Frozen Tofu Stew (Suancai Dun Dong Doufu)
Sauerkraut & Frozen Tofu Stew (Suancai Dun Dong Doufu)

Stewsp3stimulate appetite and promote digestion

Ginseng & Poria Congee (Shenling Zhou)
Ginseng & Poria Congee (Shenling Zhou)

Congeesp3supplement Qi

Scallion, Jujube & Chicken Congee (Congbai Dazao Jirou Zhou)
Scallion, Jujube & Chicken Congee (Congbai Dazao Jirou Zhou)

Congeesp3Supplements deficiency.

Red Jujube & Ginkgo Nut Soup (Dazao Baiguo Tang)
Red Jujube & Ginkgo Nut Soup (Dazao Baiguo Tang)

Herbal Teasp2supplement the middle and benefit qi

Dried Fig & Lean Pork Soup (Fig Lean Meat Soup)
Dried Fig & Lean Pork Soup (Fig Lean Meat Soup)

Soupsp2moisten the lung and stop cough

Red Date, Longan & Astragalus Tea
Red Date, Longan & Astragalus Tea

Herbal Teasp1Tonify qi and nourish blood

Longan, Red Date & Goji Berry Tea
Longan, Red Date & Goji Berry Tea

Herbal Teasp1Tonify qi and nourish blood

Chinese Yam and Pork Rib Soup
Chinese Yam and Pork Rib Soup

Stewsp1Lung-Moistening & Cough-Relieving Recipes

Tomato, Potato & Beef Soup Recipe
Tomato, Potato & Beef Soup Recipe

Soupsp2Tonify qi and nourish blood

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