[Ingredients]: 1 hen, 15 grams of Astragalus, 100 grams of rice.
[Preparation]: Remove feathers and internal organs from the hen, clean thoroughly, and simmer to extract concentrated chicken broth. Simmer 15 grams of Astragalus twice to obtain juice. Mix with appropriate chicken broth and 100 grams of rice to cook into porridge.
[Usage]: Consume warm twice daily, morning and evening.
[Effects]: Tonifies Qi and blood, fills essence and marrow, strengthens Qi and raises yang, consolidates exterior and stops perspiration. Suitable for chronic illness with physical weakness, Qi and blood deficiency, anemia, fatigue, and spontaneous sweating.
[Commentary]: The combination of Astragalus and chicken strengthens the spleen and stomach, tonifies Qi and blood—excellent for treating deficiency and stopping sweat. Avoid during common colds or fever with unresolved external pathogens.
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