Eucommia Back-Strengthening Tonic Soup 杜仲补腰炖汤
Key Benefits:
壮筋骨 (Enhances strength & resilience): Improves musculoskeletal health, strengthening tendons, muscles, and bones.
祛酸痛 (Alleviates soreness & aches): Relieves muscle soreness, joint pains, and stiffness, promoting better flexibility and mobility.
This soup particularly benefits individuals experiencing lower back pain, joint discomfort, or musculoskeletal weakness. It is also ideal for improving resilience and recovery from physical strain.
Ingredients and Their Functions
杜仲 (Eucommia Bark - Du Zhong):
Benefits: Strengthens the lower back and knees, promotes flexibility, and supports bone health.
Associated Conditions: Lower back pain, joint stiffness, and poor musculoskeletal health.
牛膝 (Twotooth Achyranthes Root - Niu Xi):
Benefits: Promotes blood circulation, strengthens the lower body, and alleviates joint pain.
Associated Conditions: Stiff joints, poor circulation, and lower body weakness.
巴戟 (Morinda Root - Ba Ji):
Benefits: Strengthens the kidneys, supports musculoskeletal health and enhances vitality.
Associated Conditions: Kidney deficiency, back pain, and joint weakness.
北芪 (Milkvetch Root - Huang Qi):
Benefits: Boosts Qi, strengthens immunity and promotes endurance.
Related Conditions: Fatigue, weak immunity, and poor stamina.
党参 (Tangshen - Codonopsis Root):
Benefits: Strengthens Qi, nourishes blood, and supports digestion.
Associated Conditions: Weakness, poor digestion, and low energy.
枸杞 (Barbary Wolfberry Fruit - Gou Qi Zi):
Benefits: Nourishes the liver and kidneys, enhances vision, and supports hydration.
Associated Conditions: Fatigue, dryness, and musculoskeletal weakness.
元肉 (Longan Aril - Yuan Rou):
Benefits: Calm the mind, replenish blood, and support circulation.
Related Conditions: Fatigue, insomnia, and poor circulation.
Application of the Tonic Soup
Purpose: This soup strengthens the lower back, alleviates musculoskeletal discomfort, and improves overall mobility. It particularly benefits individuals with joint stiffness, muscle soreness, or chronic lower back pain.
Dosage: Consume 1–2 times weekly for maintenance or up to 3 times a week during recovery from physical strain or musculoskeletal issues.
Symptoms & Conditions Associated with the Herbs
Lower Back & Joint Pain: Eucommia Bark and Twotooth Achyranthes Root directly target the lower back and knees, relieving stiffness and promoting flexibility.
Muscle & Bone Weakness: Morinda Root and Milkvetch Root strengthen the musculoskeletal system, supporting recovery from physical strain.
Fatigue & Circulation Issues: Tangshen and Longan Aril boost energy, improve circulation, and support blood health for overall resilience.
Precautions
Pregnancy: Consult a TCM practitioner before use during pregnancy due to the blood-moving properties of Twotooth Achyranthes Root.
Heat Sensitivity: Avoid excessive use if experiencing heat-related symptoms (e.g., fever, red face, or sore throat).
Chronic Conditions: Consult a healthcare provider if you have underlying health conditions such as hypertension or kidney disorders.
Potential Side Effects
Overheating: Ingredients like Milkvetch Root and Morinda Root may cause mild heat symptoms if overconsumed.
Digestive Sensitivity: Due to the soup's rich, nourishing properties, some individuals may experience bloating or mild discomfort.
This tonic soup provides comprehensive support for musculoskeletal health, enhancing strength, mobility, and recovery from physical strain. Regular consumption improves resilience and alleviates chronic soreness or stiffness. Consult a TCM practitioner for personalised guidance for personalised guidance.
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Net Wt: +/- 77g
Storage
PERISHABLE ITEM
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Refrigerate if storage prolongs.
Soup Preparation
Recommended Meat to Go With: 1 black chicken or 300 gm of pork ribs
Steps:
Rinse herbs
Place herbs & meat in 1300 ml of boiling water & bring to a boil again
Simmer on low heat for 3 hours
Seasoning (optional): Add Salt to taste
