Mulberry Twig and Chicken Soup
Ingredients
- Aged mulberry twig (sangzhi) 60 g
- Hen ~1000 g
- Salt
Principle
Mulberry twig dispels wind-damp and frees joints; chicken tonifies qi and blood. For chronic cervical pain with qi–blood deficiency and collateral obstruction.
Effects & uses
Qi–blood deficiency with obstruction—aching numb neck/shoulder/arm, fatigue (pattern differentiation required).
Method
- Cut chicken; simmer with twigs in water; season.
How to use
- Drink broth and eat chicken.
Caution
Avoid during fever or strong excess heat. Food-care only.
Source
CNR; Wangjing Hospital mulberry–chicken stew notes. Pending verification.