It has the effect of Overheating,  Poor eating,  Sore throat,  Pimples, Mouth sores

It should be stored in a ventilated and dry place.

Use this mix to make a broth.  Can add chicken, daikon radish, and ginger. It was sweet, light, and refreshing. Would recommend!

Chinese Almonds (Xing Ren) - These "almonds" are not almonds at all, but actually apricot kernels. This herb directs heat downward and soothes the lungs. It also helps with intestinal dryness and moistens intestines to relax bowels.

Codonopsis Root (Dang Shen) - Promotes general good health.

Dried Chinese Wild Yam (Huai Shan) - Enhances energy, aids digestion, promotes muscle growth and repairs worn-out tissue, and help alleviate bodily weakness after a long-term illness.

Dried Goji Berries (Gou Ji Zi) - Helps boost the immune system and protect the body from high levels of inflammation since goji berries fight free radical damage.

Dried Lily Bulbs (Bai He) - Widely applied to calm spirit, clear heat, and moisten lungs to relieve cough. It is capable of nourishing Yin and is mainly used for ascending fire due to Yin deficiency.

Euryale Seeds (Qian Shi) - Known as the "water ginseng" thanks to its aquatic nature and high medicinal value, euryale seeds lead to an enhancement of vitality, anti-aging, life extension, weight loss, and youthful-looking skin. 

Longan (Longyan) - Supports restful sleep and replenishes blood and Qi.

White Lotus Seeds (Lian Zi) - Containing L-isoaspartyl methyltransferase, an enzyme with anti-aging properties that helps to repair damaged proteins, white lotus seeds are also known for its anti-inflammatory properties. They help regulate the energy levels of the body, restore health, expel heat while being neutral in nature, calm nerves and strengthen the spleen and stomach. 

It's slowcooker season, and the slow cooker is great for making herbal soups! Not only does it have an earthern inner pot, it can control the cooking temperature and achieve a steady simmer without needing close supervision.