Chicken Soup with Motherwort

Effects
Reinforces qi to warm the meridians, tonifies the blood and promotes blood circulation. It is suitable for those suffering from dysmenorrhea.

ingredients
Motherwort herb 10–30 g, chicken meat 250 g, flatsedge tuber 10 g, green onion, salt to taste.

Preparation
1.Rinse the motherwort herb, flatsedge tuber, chicken meat and green onion. Cut the chicken meat into pieces. Use a knife blade to flatten the green onion. Steep the motherwort and flatsedge tuber in cold water for 30 minutes.
2.Place the various ingredients in a pot with an adequate amount of water. Bring to a rolling boil, then cook over low heat for another hour.
3.Season to taste and serve.

Tips for a Healthy Life
Contraindicated for those without blood stasis. Consume 1–2 weeks before menstruation, or during menstruation.