Recipes
Spiced Pear & Black Sesame “Whttps://touchstoneacupuncture.com/spiced-pear-black-sesame-winter-smoothie/inter Smoothie”
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, winter is the season of the Kidneys—the root of vitality, hormones, fertility, and longevity. This warm, spiced pear & black sesame blend is designed to tonify Kidney Yin & Essence (Jing) while gently supporting digestion.
Adzuki Bean & Kabocha Squash Stew Recipe
This hearty, grounding stew gently strengthens the Spleen and Kidney systems, making it ideal for cooler seasons or anyone needing digestive and Qi support. Adzuki beans help drain dampness, reduce bloating, and support healthy fluid metabolism, while kabocha squash nourishes Qi with its naturally sweet, warm nature. The combination brings warmth to the middle burner, stabilizes blood sugar, and builds steady, clean energy. Comforting yet medicinal, this stew harmonizes digestion, supports vitality, and leaves the body feeling warm, rooted, and well-nourished.
Black Rice Porridge with Goji, Pear & Cinnamon Recipe
This nourishing bowl strengthens the Kidneys and Spleen, making it perfect for winter wellness. Black rice is deeply grounding and supports Essence, while pear moistens dryness and soothes the Lungs. Goji berries gently tonify Blood and Yin, offering steady nourishment without heaviness. Cinnamon adds warming Yang support, enhancing circulation and digestive fire. Together, this porridge builds vitality, replenishes Yin, and warms the body from within—perfect for cold mornings, hormonal balance, and seasonal nourishment.
Spleen-Warming Barley, Mushroom & Herb Soup Recipe
This nourishing winter soup supports the Spleen and digestive fire, helping the body transform food into steady energy. Barley gently drains dampness and strengthens Spleen Qi, while shiitake mushrooms boost immunity and help clear cold-damp from the body. Aromatics like ginger, onion, and garlic warm the middle burner and keep Qi moving. Cooked slowly with a mineral-rich broth, this soup grounds, warms, and replenishes—perfect for colder months, sluggish digestion, and anyone needing a little Spleen-loving comfort.
Pear & Fritillaria (Chuan Bei Mu) Stew Recipe
A classic TCM winter remedy for dry, irritated Lungs — this gentle, nourishing dessert or tea soothes cough, moistens dryness, and calms the Shen. continue reading
