Stamina Builder Tonic Soup 柴胡益气滋补炖汤
Key Benefits:
补中益气 (Strengthens the body’s core energy): Enhances energy production, boosts physical strength, and maintains overall health.
增强体质 (Improves physical health & resilience): Strengthens immunity, increases resilience to illness, and promotes recovery from fatigue or weakness.
This soup is ideal for individuals experiencing fatigue, low immunity, or those recovering from illness or prolonged physical strain.
Ingredients and Their Functions
柴胡 (Chinese Thorowax Root - Chai Hu):
Benefits: Harmonizes the liver, relieves stress, and boosts overall vitality.
Associated Conditions: Fatigue, stress, mild fever, and poor liver function.
升麻 (Large Trifoliolious Bugbane Rhizome - Sheng Ma):
Benefits: Lifts Qi, supports immunity, and balances the upper body’s energy.
Associated Conditions: Fatigue, sagging energy, and mild digestive imbalances.
白术 (Largehead Atractylodes Rhizome - Bai Zhu):
Benefits: Strengthens the spleen, enhances digestion, and improves energy.
Related Conditions: Weak digestion, bloating, and low energy.
红枣 (Red Date - Hong Zao):
Benefits: Nourishes blood, boosts energy, and supports the spleen and stomach.
Associated Conditions: Fatigue, blood deficiency, and poor digestion.
党参 (Tangshen):
Benefits: Tonifies Qi, strengthens immunity and supports overall vitality.
Related Conditions: Fatigue, weak immunity, and poor appetite.
黄芪 (Milkvetch Root - Huang Qi):
Benefits: Strengthens Qi, enhances immunity, and supports wound healing.
Related Conditions: Weak immunity, fatigue, and chronic illness recovery.
陈皮 (Tangerine Peel - Chen Pi):
Benefits: Improves digestion, reduces bloating, and harmonizes the formula.
Associated Conditions: Indigestion, nausea, and bloating.
Application of the Tonic Soup
Purpose: Designed to enhance energy and resilience, this soup is particularly beneficial for individuals with Qi deficiency, weak immunity, or those seeking to build physical stamina and endurance.
Dosage: Consume 1–2 times per week as a general tonic. ForUnder professional guidance, it can be taken more frequently (e.g., 3–4 times per week) for individuals recovering from illness symptoms & Conditions Associated with the Herbs.
Qi Deficiency: Symptoms include fatigue, low energy, pale complexion, weak immunity, and shortness of breath.
Stress and Weak Resilience: Chinese Thorowax Root helps harmonize the liver, reducing stress and improving adaptability.
Weak Digestion: Atractylodes Rhizome and Tangerine Peel improve digestive health and nutrient absorption.
Precautions
Heat Symptoms: Avoid overconsumption if you have heat-related symptoms (e.g., fever, red face, or dry throat), as some herbs may be warming.
Pregnancy: Consult a TCM practitioner before use during pregnancy due to the energy-moving properties of the herbs.
Allergies: Test for sensitivity, particularly to Red Dates or Tangerine Peel, which may cause mild digestive upset in some individuals.
Potential Side Effects
Digestive Sensitivity: Tangerine Peel and Milkvetch Root may cause mild bloating in sensitive individuals.
Overheating: Consuming large amounts may lead to heat symptoms like sweating or dry mouth.
Insomnia: The energizing properties may cause mild restlessness if consumed late in the evening.
This tonic soup is a powerful yet balanced way to enhance stamina, boost immunity, and promote well-being. It is particularly suited for those recovering from illness or seeking to maintain peak physical and mental performance. Consult a TCM practitioner for tailored use to ensure it aligns with your specific needs.
Net Wt: +/- 60g
Storage
PERISHABLE ITEM
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Refrigerate if storage prolongs.
Soup Preparation:
Recommended Meat to Go With: One whole duck or 300 gm of lean meat
Steps:
Rinse herbs briefly to clean
Place herbs & meat in 1500ml of boiling water & bring to boil again
Simmer on low heat for 2 hours
Drain soup, add salt as desired
Seasoning (optional): Add salt as desired
