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Recipes

Eating for healing is an exciting way to nurture your body. Foods are selected for their energetic abilities to enhance the body.

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DAIKON RADISH STEWDaikon radishes are known in TCM for supporting healthy Stomach and Lung function. Eaten after the hot summer, radishes cool the body down and help to release toxins.
BALSAMIC FISH SOUPA tasty dish with a kick, thanks to a splash of vinegar. Together the ingredients nurture Liver and Kidney function. Parsley is an added bonus that helps to "clean" the blood.
THREE ROOT STEWThis meal will increase your metabolic function. Enjoy warm and puree leftovers for a creamy soup.
APPLE PLUM BREAKFASTThis sweet and sour mixture is a good way to wake-up your digestive system. By adding the pine nuts, Kidney Qi is also supported.
RADISH SEAWEED SOUPRadish Seaweed soup with seaweed is an excellent cold prevention meal. The daikon radish will support healthy Stomach and Lung function.
BETH’S BERRY-BERRY DELIGHTThis sweet dish can change the taste of various dishes including barley cereal, oatmeal, nuts, pancakes, stewed apples and more. Strawberries are cooling in nature and are cooling to help with a dry throat. Raspberries bring a healing essence to the Kidney and Liver.
CELEBRATORY DINNERHonor your cravings. The body is guiding you. Every food carries an energetic essence that brings support to the body. Don't doubt your cravings. Use them as your guide. What are you in the mood for?
FIVE ELEMENT BEAN SOUPAll the five elements are in this soup. Can you name them? Enjoy this sweet soup for breakfast or dinner.
MUSSEL SOUPHere’s a simple soup to support Kidney function and fortify the body’s energy.
RED LENTIL SOUPRed lentils help to regulate water and tonify Qi. They support the Kidney, Heart, Stomach and Spleen.
CHICKPEA AND CABBAGE SOUPThe lowly cabbage is inexpensive and widely available all year round. It has a multitude of health benefits from the Eastern as well as the Western perspective. Known for its ability to cleanse the body and support cardiovascular health, it is a TCM remedy for colds and constipation. Chickpeas are a super food for digestion. Per TCM, they strengthen the spleen and heart and help clear dampness from the body.
CHINESE BARLEY AND MUSHROOM SOUPChinese barley is one of the best foods for healthy digestive system support while mushrooms have a cleansing action and help the immune system. Here are two ways to prepare this nourishing and balancing soup.
GINGER SCALLION UDON NOODLE SOUPGinger and scallion together are a great cold fighting remedy. Bone broth supports the Kidney and with the udon noodles, this soup is super healthy and comforting in winter weather. Buy udon noodles at an Asian grocery store or use leftover spaghetti as an alternative.
SPICY BARLEY & MUNG BEANSThis breakfast cereal of Chinese barley and mung beans is so good for your digestive system. The chili bamboo shoots, available in most Asian markets, will add a burst of flavor and is also good for digestion. Extra bonus - the spicy flavor supports the lung!
EGGPLANT STEWEggplant is good for Liver function, and with the herbs and spices, this stew will warm the body and support digestion.
SHRIMP AND VEGETABLE SOUPShrimp aids in warming the body and enhancing Kidney energy. Winter is the Kidney’s season, so a perfect time to have it. Adding ginger enhances it’s warming essence.
FENNEL NOODLE SOUPA delicious and quick soup, it’s warm and nurturing and perfect for the winter months. Supports healthy Kidney, Lung and Liver function.
SAVORY MUNG BEAN SOUP ITALIAN STYLEMild tasting mung beans are a super food! Their many health benefits include their ability to fight inflammation and detox the body. Adding Italian herbs will aid digestion as well as enhance the immune system.
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