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In this famous Chinese herbal recipe, lily bulb is combined with red dates, lotus seeds and cloud ear fungus to produce a tasty soup that strengthens the lungs and spleen, expels phlegm and alleviates coughs.

Red dates are known to be effective in countering fatigue, anaemia and low energy level. They are most commonly used to build up strength and blood, and are often added to other herbs in tonic dishes to give a naturally sweet taste.

Lotus seeds, are used mainly for the spleen, heart and kidneys, but also possesses calming qualities.They are sweet-tasting and are a good source of protein.

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This dish is very popular in Southeast Asian and Indian cuisines for its spicy tastes and healthy ingredients which perfect for anti-flu diet.

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These fancy, fragrant cinnamon whirls with the sweet smell and warm taste of cinnamon on fresh Scandinavian cake are very tempting and moreish.

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Moon cakes are traditional Chinese pastries that are made during the Moon festival (or Harvest Festival), which is celebrated in China, Vietnam, and other countries in Asia. The 15th day of the Eighth month in the Chinese calendar marks the Mid-Autumn Festival, when the moon is claimed to be the fullest and brightest of the entire year. As a tradition, family members will get together to admire the full moon and the beautiful lit lanterns, as well as enjoy pomeloe and mooncakes with tea.

Moon cakes are usually round and contain a sweet filling, with the most common one being red bean paste. Serve mooncakes with Chinese tea to aid digestion. Chinese tea contains no calories. Teas such as Oolong Tea and Green Tea provide antioxidant effects, thus providing double health benefits.

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Breakfast

• Mediterranean Breakfast

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Tea eggs can be eaten hot or cold as a snack. Or serve them as appetizers at a party, cut in half with caviar on top. Or take them on your hiking trip. Tea egg is a typical Chinese savory snack commonly sold by street vendors or in night markets in most Chinese communities throughout the world.

Tea Eggs Recipe

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High Blood Pressure Tea Recipe

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Red yeast rice is name in a dialect of Chinese for the lees of rice wine that has been specially fermented. It is red in color and is used as a seasoning for several Chinese dishes including Peking duck.

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Red yeast rice is rice that has been fermented by the red yeast, Monascus purpureus. It has been used by the Chinese for many centuries as a food preservative, food colorant (it is responsible for the red color of Peking duck), spice, and ingredient in rice wine. It contains several compounds collectively known as monacolins, substances known to inhibit cholesterol synthesis.

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Blackberry Iced Tea Recipe

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