Recipes for the Stomach

The Stomach is a pivot because it is in the mid-region of the body. In TCM, the central positioning of the Stomach also affects the psyche. The Stomach is responsible for centering oneself in life. Hence, a weak Stomach produces a worrisome individual and vice-versa. The Stomach is most sensitive to excess Dampness. Dampness that stays for a long time in the Stomach produces Phlegm that in turn creates symptoms like loss of appetite, nausea, body heaviness, diarrhea and vomiting. Many types of fishes are conducive to the stomach. They heal ulcers, reduce mucus and promote Qi.

Note: All recipes serve 2

	Haruan Fish with Apple Soup
	Ingredients: American Ginseng 10g Solomon’s Seal 25g Chinese Wolfberry 20g Apple 1 (skinned and seed removed) Haruan Fish 1 (about 300g) Fresh Ginger 2 slices Instructions: 1. Clean the haruan fish; remove the guts and scald with hot water. 2. Rinse it with cool water and then pat dry with a cloth. 3. Bring to boil and then turn down the fire to simmer for 1 hour. 4. Add salt to taste and serve hot. Comments: 1. When haruan fish is combined with apple, American Ginseng and Solomon ’s Seal (Yuzhu), it has the effect of reducing excessive gastric acid and heal inflammation. Haruan is especially good for those with stomach ulcers. 2. Those that experience low blood sugar, frequent diarrhea and indigestion can also benefit from this recipe.

1. Mr Lee Jok Keng for concepts, general editing and comments on the recipes.
2. Mr Jack Shea of Shea Studio for food photography.