{"product_id":"astragalus-reishi-gift-set","title":"Astragalus \u0026amp; Reishi Gift Set – 140 g","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAstragalus \u0026amp; Reishi Gift Set — 140 g\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo traditional Chinese botanicals. One root. One mushroom. A thoughtful gift inspired by Eastern traditions.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover two distinctive ingredients from Chinese botanical traditions in the \u003cstrong\u003eAstragalus \u0026amp; Reishi Gift Set \/ 黄芪灵芝礼盒\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis coordinated collection pairs sliced \u003cstrong\u003eAstragalus Root (Huang Qi \/ 黄芪)\u003c\/strong\u003e with dried \u003cstrong\u003eReishi (Ling Zhi \/ 灵芝)\u003c\/strong\u003e. The two ingredients are packed separately, allowing you to appreciate their contrasting appearance, flavour and character individually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a \u003cstrong\u003ecombined net weight of 140 g \/ 4.94 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e, this root-and-mushroom collection offers a distinctive introduction to traditional Chinese botanical ingredients and a thoughtful gift for someone who enjoys tea culture, botanical preparation or traditional pantry ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You’ll Appreciate It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo traditional botanicals\u003c\/strong\u003e — Astragalus Root \/ Huang Qi and Reishi \/ Ling Zhi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoot + mushroom pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e — two distinctly different botanical ingredients in one collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeparately packed\u003c\/strong\u003e — explore and prepare each ingredient individually\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConvenient sliced format\u003c\/strong\u003e — easy to identify, handle and incorporate into suitable preparations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContrasting character\u003c\/strong\u003e — mild, earthy astragalus paired with deeper, woody and naturally bitter reishi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGift-ready presentation\u003c\/strong\u003e — thoughtfully coordinated for botanical discovery and gifting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Astragalus \u0026amp; Reishi Gift Set\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChinese name:\u003c\/strong\u003e 黄芪灵芝礼盒\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Astragalus root and dried reishi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Huang Qi \/ 黄芪 · Ling Zhi \/ 灵芝\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredient types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Root + mushroom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried slices\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal net weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 140 g \/ 4.94 oz combined\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two separately packed containers in a coordinated gift 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combined net weight of both ingredients, not the weight of each individual container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural botanical ingredients may vary in colour, size, shape and texture between batches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeet the Ingredients\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAstragalus Root · Huang Qi · 黄芪\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAstragalus is a traditional botanical root commonly known in Chinese as \u003cstrong\u003eHuang Qi \/ 黄芪\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this collection, the dried root is presented in pale slices with visible natural grain and a fibrous appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts flavour is relatively approachable:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMild · Earthy · Root-like · Gently Sweet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sliced format makes its natural root structure easy to see and distinguish from the reishi in the collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReishi · Ling Zhi · 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appropriate quantities and preparation times may vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the product directions or recipe, they may be incorporated into:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGentle simmered botanical preparations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoups and broths\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional-inspired recipes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBotanical ingredient combinations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther suitable culinary preparations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ingredients may be explored separately or prepared together when following an appropriate recipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results, follow the \u003cstrong\u003eproduct-specific preparation directions supplied with the ingredients\u003c\/strong\u003e or a recipe specifically intended for astragalus, reishi or their combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMore Than an Ordinary Tea Gift\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection is not a conventional tea-leaf gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional green, white, oolong, black and pu-erh teas come from \u003cstrong\u003eCamellia sinensis\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep both ingredients \u003cstrong\u003esecurely sealed in a cool, dry place\u003c\/strong\u003e away from direct sunlight, moisture, excessive humidity and strong odours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse clean, dry utensils when handling the ingredients and reseal each container promptly after use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefer to the product packaging for best-before information and any additional storage instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Guidance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAstragalus and reishi may not be appropriate for everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you take medication, have a medical condition, have allergies, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are unsure whether either ingredient is appropriate for you, consult a qualified healthcare professional before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways follow the directions and warnings provided on the final product packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection is intended as traditional botanical food ingredients and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is included in the Astragalus \u0026amp; 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