Winter Melon Soup

Winter Melon Soup,For the elderly suffering from diabetes with feverish agitation, mental confusion, restlessness, and a sense of oppression.

Formulas Name : Winter Melon Soup

Chinese Name : 冬瓜羹

Drug Formulation

Half a jin of winter melon (peeled), 2 he of fermented soybean paste (wrapped in cotton), and half a handful of scallion whites.

Source

From *Nourishing the Elderly and Honoring Parents*.

Benefits

For the elderly suffering from diabetes with feverish agitation, mental confusion, restlessness, and a sense of oppression.

Instructions for Use

Prepare the soup by simmering the ingredients together as described above, season with the five spices, and consume on an empty stomach. It is also excellent when made into congee.

Winter Melon Soup,From *Nourishing the Elderly and Honoring Parents*.,For the elderly suffering from diabetes with feverish agitation, mental confusion, restlessness, and a sense of oppression.

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