Wellness topic · page 2

Blood Sugar Balance

Soups

Kudzu, Job's Tears & Carrot Soup

Traditionally strengthens the spleen, drains dampness and supports against the 'three highs'

⏱ 2 hr 15 min 4–5 bowls

Soups

Agaricus Mushroom, Adenophora and Polygonatum Lean Pork Soup

Traditionally associated with supporting healthy blood sugar and liver function

⏱ 1 hr 20 min 4 bowls (3–4 servings)

Soups

Fresh Dendrobium, Fresh Yam, Goji and Snow Fungus Pork Rib Soup

Traditionally associated with supporting healthy blood sugar and moistening dryness

⏱ 1 hr 50 min 4 bowls (3–4 servings)

Soups

Kudzu, Carrot, Adzuki and Hyacinth Bean Pork Shin Soup

Traditionally used to ease tense neck, shoulder and back muscles

⏱ 2 hr 25 min 5 bowls

Soups

Fresh Chinese Yam Vegetable Soup

Traditionally supports the spleen and is helpful for the 'three highs'

⏱ 1 hr 15 min 4 bowls

Soups

Chinese Yam, Dendrobium, Goji and Guava Soup

Traditionally used to support steady blood sugar

⏱ 1 hr 45 min 4 bowls

Soups

Agaricus Mushroom, Chinese Yam and Quail Soup

Traditionally used to support immunity and replenish qi

⏱ 1 hr 50 min 4–5 bowls

Tonic Drinks & Waters

Apple, Hawthorn and Job's Tears Water

Traditionally used to help manage weight and support the liver

⏱ 30 min 3 bowls

Soups

Bitter Melon, Black-Eyed Pea & Pork Rib Soup

Traditionally clears heat, supports the spleen and helps drain dampness

⏱ 1 hr 15 min 4 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Golden Camellia & Green Tea

Traditionally clears heat and supports the 'three highs'

⏱ 8 min 1 pot

Soups

Chayote, Flower Mushroom & Chicken Breast Soup

Traditionally a nourishing, light soup for those mindful of the 'three highs'

⏱ 1 hr 45 min 4–5 bowls

Soups

Fuzzy Gourd, Adzuki Bean, Hyacinth Bean and Pork Shin Soup

Traditionally used to clear summer heat and drain dampness

⏱ 1 hr 45 min 4–5 bowls

Tonic Drinks & Waters

Fresh Chinese Yam, Corn Silk and Job's Tears Water

Traditionally used to strengthen the spleen, drain dampness and ease water retention

⏱ 55 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Kudzu, Corn, Red Bean and Pork Bone Soup

Traditionally used to drain dampness, ease puffiness and support healthy blood pressure, sugar and lipids

⏱ 2 hr 20 min 4–5 bowls

Soups

Fresh Yam, Dendrobium and Goji Pigeon Soup

Traditionally used to support liver and eyes and is associated with steadier blood sugar

⏱ 1 hr 50 min 4–5 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Hawthorn, Ophiopogon & Chrysanthemum Tea

Traditionally associated with helping prevent fatty liver and supporting the 'three highs'

⏱ 25 min 2 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

American Ginseng & Fresh Dendrobium Tea

Traditionally nourishes yin and fluids and is associated with supporting steady blood sugar

⏱ 15 min 1 pot

Herbal & Flower Teas

Dang Shen, Mai Dong and Yu Zhu Tea

Traditionally used to boost qi, nourish yin and ease dryness and thirst

⏱ 25 min 2 bowls

Soups

Guava, Carrot and Corn Soup

Traditionally used to support steady blood sugar and natural defences

⏱ 1 hr 15 min 4 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Mulberry Leaf & Goji Berry Tea

traditionally used to support clear vision and healthy blood-sugar balance

⏱ 7 min 1 pot / 2 cups

Herbal & Flower Teas

Apple, Hawthorn and Goji Berry Tea

Traditionally taken to help guard against the 'three highs'

⏱ 30 min 3 cups (from 5 cups water)

Soups

American Ginseng, Goji and Baby Abalone Soup

Traditionally nourishes the liver, brightens the eyes and generates fluids to relieve thirst

⏱ 2 hr 30 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Astragalus, Chinese Yam and Corn Soup

Traditionally taken to support the spleen and stomach and healthy blood sugar

⏱ 55 min 2 bowls

Congee & Porridge

Chinese Yam, Polygonatum, and Cistanche Congee

Traditionally used to support kidney yin and yang and help manage blood sugar

⏱ 1 hr 10 min 1 pot (a 7-day course)