By Vicky Chan of NourishU

Symptoms

Blood and qi deficiency which manifests as lack of energy, dizziness and headache, numbing of extremities, lack of appetite and night blindness.

Therapeutic Effects

• Nourishes the spleen and liver to promote blood and qi
• Improves eyesight
• Improves appetite
• Strengthens and tonifies the body

Chinese Yams

Ingredients

(2 to 3 servings)

• Mutton – 640gm
• Carrot – 320gm
• Chinese yam (shan yao) 淮山 – 80gm
• Ginger – 5 slices
• Honey dates – 5

Chinese Red Dates / Honey Dates – This image from katjuju.com

Directions

1. Wash mutton and cut into pieces and stir-fry them slightly with cooking oil and ginger.

2. Cut carrot into pieces. Rinse herbs.

3. Put all ingredients into a pot with adequate water (about 10 cups) and bring to a boil for a few minutes. Reduce to medium heat and simmer for 3 hours.

4. Add seasoning to serve. Drink soup and eat some meat only.

Usage

Not suitable for people with hot liver syndrome which manifests as red, itchy eyes.

This delicious image from meichubang.com

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