Astragalus is one of the most important herbs in traditional Chinese medicine. While the health benefits of Astragalus root are significant, it can be difficult to consume, especially for first timers. One of the best recipes that include Astragalus is this tasty soup. By mixing Astragalus root into this delicious soup, you can enjoy all the wonderful benefits of Astragalus while also giving your taste buds a treat.

It is the stem of the Astragalus that is traditionally used for its medicinal purpose. One of the main benefits of consuming Astragalus is its boost to the immune system. This is possibly because it increases the production of white blood cells. This is one of the reasons why this Astragalus recipe is so useful. During the common cold and flu season you will want to prepare a regular batch of the soup to make sure that you are consuming sufficient amounts of Astragalus. You want your immune system to be at its peak during this period if you want to avoid these troublesome ailments. People suffering from even more severe conditions such as cancer have also found benefit in consuming Astragalus. It tends to lessen the side effects of chemotherapy and also boosts the immune system. This helps to boost the patients weakened immunity system.

If you are having problems with your digestive health you will want to consider adding Astragalus herb to your diet. Because of its role in lowering the acidity of your stomach and its promotion of faster waste elimination it can be highly beneficial to your digestive system. Not only this Astragalus is great as a pick me up if you are tired. It really is an all-round wonder herb and is well worth making a mainstay of your diet. As mentioned earlier however the taste of Astragalus is quite strong so you will want to be careful not to include too much in the soup. Another great thing about this soup is that it includes broccoli. Broccoli is loaded with healthy minerals and vitamins.

The Ingredients for this soup include

How to make the soup step by step

Step One

First you will need to peel the carrot and the potato. You want to make them into cubes roughly 30mm square. Once you have all your cubes collect them in a sieve and wash thoroughly. Then leave them to drain.

Step Two

Now cut up the broccoli into smaller pieces. Again collect up the pieces and wash and drain. Follow this by washing the sweet corn and reducing it to smaller pieces.

Step Three

You will need to grab your pot and pour in the vegetable stock. Follow this by adding the potato, sweet corn, carrot and Astragalus. Let the soup stock come to boil. Then lowering the temperature let it simmer for about twenty minutes.

Step Four

Place the broccoli in the soup and continue to heat, finally add a little salt for tasting before you serve up the soup.

This soup not only tastes great, it’s also very good for you. Make sure that you are consuming a regular amount of Astragalus to boost your immune system and help fight off disease.