Si Shen Tang is a mild TCM formula that is suitable for children, especially picky eaters, to improve appetite. It is used for strengthening the spleen, regulating the digestive system and relieving stomach issues such as nausea, heartburn, indigestion, loose stools and diarrhea.
Benefits: Strengthens digestive system, improves appetite, calms the mind and spirit, eases tension and anxiety, removes dampness (excess water), relieves diarrhea
Preparation: Rinse herbs before use. Put the herbs, 300-500g of meat and 1.5 litres of water into a pot (ensure water is sufficient to cover them all). Bring it to a boil and simmer for 2 hours. Serve it warm.
Taste notes: Mild and delicate herbal taste that is child-friendly
Recommendation: Add some dried scallops for more soup flavour. To enhance the natural sweetness, you can also add some candied dates, dried figs and cut apples during cooking.
Ingredients: Poria, Chinese Yam, Euryale, Lotus Seed
Serving size: 3 to 4 servings
Storage: Best kept refrigerated
Origin: Singapore
Precautions: Be cautious with abdominal distension and loose stool due to spleen insufficiency and damp accumulation.
