Description
Brew a tradition of wellness & Nourish your body’s deepest reserves. Simply simmer the herbs & ingredients to create a nourishing and delicious therapeutic soup.
A classic formula in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Eight Treasure Tonic Soup, or Ba Zhēn Tāng, is a herbal soup designed to nourish the body deeply. It acts as a cornerstone tonic, renowned for its ability to replenish vital energy (Qi) and nourish Blood. By strengthening the Spleen and supporting overall vitality, it effectively addresses Qi and blood deficiency, enhances physical strength, and boosts immunity. Beneficial for both men and women, it is particularly cherished for restoring balance and supporting women’s health. With its subtly sweet, earthy, and deeply savory taste, this soup is a cherished recipe for recovery and maintaining long-term wellness.
Who Is This Soup For ?
This soup is ideal for individual experiencing ;
· Constant fatigue, poor sleep, pale complexion, or dizziness due to blood deficiency.
· Poor blood circulation, appetite or digestive system.
· Consistently run-down, shortness of breath, anemia and cold limbs (cold hands and feet).
· Irregular or menstrual disorder.
· Post-menstrual, postpartum recovery or recovery from illness or surgery.
· Anyone seeking a natural way to support vital energy and promote a healthy, glowing appearance.
· Preconception
Consistency : 2–3 times 2–3 days after menstruation ends. Generally 1-2 times a week. A warming tonic soup.
Best Time to Consume
▫️ Avoid during menstruation or when you have a cold or fever.
▫️ Best consumed during day time to minimize the risk of overheating.
Ingredients
Angelica Sinensis, Rhizoma Atractylodis Macrocephalae, Rehmanniae Preparata, Radix Codonopsis, Radix Paeoniae Alba, Poria, Rhizoma Ligustici Chuanxiong, Radix Glycyrrhizae Praeparata, Brown Radix Paeoniae Alba & Black Dates.
(炒白芍、白芍、 茯神、熟地、白术、炙甘草、当归身、川弓、党参 & 黑枣)
Health Benefits
• Tonifies Qi (vital energy) and Blood : This is the core function. It addresses symptoms of deficiency like chronic fatigue, weakness, pale complexion, dizziness, shortness of breath, and heart palpitations. It is especially popular for women after menstruation or childbirth to replenish lost Blood.
• Tonify the Liver and Kidney.
• Strengthens the Spleen and Stomach
• Promotes healthy circulation & a radiant complexion
• Regulates irregular menstruation
• Restore balance and vitality to women after menstrual cycles
• Promotes metabolism
• Enhances physical strength
• Boosts Overall Immunity
Common Ingredients and Their TCM Functions
• Angelica Sinensis ( Dāng Guī ) : The premier herb for nourishing Blood and promoting blood circulation. It is often used for menstrual health and anemia.
• Prepared Rehmannia Root ( Shú Dì Huáng ) : Deeply nourishes Blood and Jing (essence). It is a key herb for addressing weakness, dizziness, and premature aging.
• White Peony Root ( Bái Sháo ) : Nourishes Blood and harmonizes the Liver. It helps soothe cramping and pain.
• Szechuan Lovage Root ( Chuān Xiōng ) : A moving herb that promotes Blood circulation and Qi, ensuring the nourishing herbs do not cause stagnation.
• Codonopsis Root ( Dang Shēn ) : A primary herb for tonifying Qi and strengthening the Spleen and Codonopsis Root Lungs. It boosts energy and aids digestion.
• Poria Cocos ( Fú Líng ) : A dampness-resolving herb that helps the Spleen function properly and prevents bloating.
• White Atractylodes Rhizome ( Bái Zhú ): Strengthens the Spleen and dries dampness, working with Dang Shēn and Fú Líng to improve digestion and energy extraction from food.
• Licorice Root ( Gān Cao ) : Harmonizes the formula and boosts Qi. It adds a touch of natural sweetness.
Precautions
- Avoid during acute colds, fever, sore throat, cough or infections
- Avoid during menstruation and pregnancy
- Not for bleeding disorders
- Not for high blood pressure
- Avoid radish and strong tea on the same day
- May interact with immunosuppressants, blood pressure, blood thinner and diabetes medications.
- Avoid before surgery
This is warming tonic, it is normal if you feel warm after consumption. Keep hydrated with drinking more water after consumption. Best consumed during day time to minimize the risk of overheating.
Consultation with a physician / healthcare professional is advised prior to consumption for those with diabetes, any ongoing medical conditions, known allergies, or individuals on medication, especially when you have underlying health conditions.
** Disclaimer : Not a substitute for medicine. Individual results may vary.
The Essence of the Brew
The preparation is a slow, patient process. The ingredients are simmered gently for 1 to 1.5hours, allowing the essence of the herbs to fully infuse into the broth / soup. The result is a deeply aromatic, savoury and subtly sweet.
The herbs are always simmered with a meat, commonly pork ribs or chicken, to create a nourishing broth.
【Non-Vegan Soup】– Pair with chicken / pork ribs / pork bones / lean pork (chunks) / meat bone for a rich and nourishing soup.
【Vegan Soup】 – meat-free soup – Pair with corn / shiitake mushroom / etc, for a light, naturally sweet vegan soup.
Preparation
· Cut the chicken / pork ribs / lean pork (chunks) / meat bone, etc into pieces. Blanch in a pot of cold water with ginger slices (optional). Then rinse clean and set aside.
· Rinse all ingredients. Add them to a pot with blanched pork ribs or chicken. Cover with water (1500ml), bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 1 to 1.5 hours. Add a pinch of salt and continue simmering for another 5-10 minutes.
Tip : Always blanch the chicken/ribs in boiling water first to remove scum, ensuring a clear broth.
How to Blanch meat / bone
Blanching meat removes impurities like blood and protein scum, giving you a clearer, cleaner-tasting soup. Here’s how :
1. Cut bone-in or large cuts into chunks. Rinse briefly.
2. Place meat in a pot and cover with cold water by about 1 inch. Hot water seals pores too quickly, trapping impurities inside. ( add ginger slices and spring onion. optional )
3. Heat on medium-high until bubbles break the surface (10 minutes).
4. Once boiling, reduce to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
5. Pour into a colander over a sink. Rinse meat under running warm water to wash off clinging scum.
