Component of a digestive health tonic
This is a traditional Chinese herbal tea or soup, often called a 'digestive health tonic' or 'stomach-soothing soup,' made by simmering ingredients like hawthorn, malt, and lotus leaf. It originates from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practices and is commonly consumed to aid digestion and relieve bloating.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
It is generally low in calories, fat, and protein, with most of its energy coming from natural carbohydrates in the form of fruit sugars and starches. Key nutrients include vitamin C from hawthorn, B vitamins from malt, and various minerals like potassium.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 70 kcal |
| Protein | 0.5 g |
| Carbs | 18 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
| Potassium | 150 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
| Iron | 0.5 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) | 0.1 mg |
| Phosphorus | 20 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
This tonic is unique because it combines food and medicine, embodying the TCM principle of 'food as therapy' (药食同源). The specific blend of herbs is often customized based on an individual's body constitution and digestive needs.
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