Astragalus and Dried Shrimp Soup

Internal medicineOsteoporosisSpleen–kidney yang deficiencyBroth

Ingredients

  • Huangqi 30 g
  • Dried shrimp 60 g
  • Scallion, ginger, salt 3 g each

Principle

Shrimp is calcium-rich; huangqi tonifies spleen qi—for spleen–kidney yang deficiency with cold back and fatigue.

Effects & uses

Yang-deficiency pattern support (differentiation required).

Method

  1. Decoct huangqi 30–40 min; simmer shrimp with seasonings in the strained broth 20 min.

How to use

  • Daily for 2–3 months if tolerated.

Caution

Caution if kidney yin deficiency. Food-care only.

Source

Shanghai health commission TCM prevention guide. Pending verification.

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