Red Date

Ziziphus jujuba · da zao (大枣)

What It Is

Traditional Context

In traditional Chinese practice, this ingredient has been used to:

· Nourish the Spleen

· Build blood

· Calm the spirit

Cautions

High in natural sugar; use in moderation if diabetic. Educational purposes only.

A classic autumn soup built around astragalus root, the traditional defender of the wei qi.

A sweet, warming tea that nourishes blood and calms the mind.

The classic Spleen-supporting porridge — grounding, slightly sweet, endlessly adaptable.