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*Tianma* is a traditional Chinese medicine used to treat headaches and other ailments. Many local remedies exist.Eating *Tianma* is also a popular method. Cook *Tianma* withpigeons.This is a method that has been passed down for many generations, used as a nourishing soup. You can try cooking one occasionally.

Cooking *Tianma* with pigeons.

IngredientsPreparation
2 pigeons,chicken broth5 grams,wolfberries6 grams, *Tianma* 10 grams, smallwood ear mushrooms, a small piece of lotus root.
Steps
1. Soak *Tianma* in warm water for 30 minutes, then cut into slices.
2. Wash and prepare the pigeons, then blanch them in water and add toa pot;3. Then add wood ear mushrooms, lotus root, *Tianma* slices, and wolfberries.
4. Add appropriate amount of water, boil for 10 minutes over high heat, then simmer over low heat for 1 hour.
Tips
You can also use
steamingmethod, which takes about 2 hours.Home-style *Tianma* with pigeons
Ingredients

1/2 pound of pigeons, 10 grams of *Tianma*,
50 grams of ham, 3 grams of salt,2 grams of MSG, 5 grams of rice wine, 15 grams of green onions,ginger10 grams.Steps1. Slaughter and wash the pigeons, remove internal organs and blood, then blanch and set aside.2. Cut the ham into pieces and place in the pot. Then add *Tianma*, pigeons, green onions, and ginger.
3. Add appropriate amount of broth, place in a steamer and steam for 2 hours;
4. After removing, remove the green onions and ginger, add MSG and salt to taste.Nutritional benefits of *Tianma* with pigeons*Tianma* with
pigeon soup
has the effects of nourishing blood and liver, treating headaches, high blood pressure, dizziness, and numbness in limbs.
It can also improve digestion and brain function, strengthen kidneys and nourish the body, and treat irregular menstruation and weakness after illness. It also has the effect of nourishing blood and beautifying the skin.
How much *Tianma* is needed to cook *Tianma* with pigeons?

The amount of *Tianma* needed when cooking soup depends on the size of the pigeon, the amount of soup needed, and the number of people eating it. Generally, about 5 grams per person is sufficient. You can also reduce the amount of *Tianma* by pairing it with other Chinese herbs. If a doctor recommends it, follow the doctor's instructions.Pigeon SoupIt has the effects of nourishing blood and strengthening the liver, treating headaches, high blood pressure, dizziness, and numbness of limbs, etc.It can strengthen the stomach and nourish the brain, tonify the kidneys and consolidate the essence, treat irregular menstruation and post-illness weakness, and also has the effects of replenishing blood and beautifying the skin.
How much angelica root is needed for pigeon soup?

The amount of angelica root needed when making pigeon soup should be determined based on the size of the pigeon, the amount of soup to be made, and the number of people eating it. Generally, about 5 grams per person is sufficient. Additionally, you can adjust the amount of angelica root by combining it with other Chinese herbs. If a doctor recommends a specific amount, follow their instructions.