Scientific name: Prunus persica
English Common name: Peach Resin
Chinese names: 桃膠、桃樹膠
(Mandarin: Táo jiāo/ Cantonese: tou4 gaau1)

What is Peach Resin？

• Peach Resin is the natural resin secreted from the peach tree, formed in amber like crystals on the tree. It is originally from China and used as one of medicinal ingredients.
• It is also called “peach blossom tears” which is collected in summer time.

Are there any health benefits?

• The composition of peach resin is collagen, galactose, rhamnose, amino acids, etc. It contains rich collagen, which improve the smoothness of skin.
• Peach resin helps to promote bowel movement.
• Peach resin improves skin elasticity, nourishes and adds moisture to the skin.
• Peach resin is good for stomach.

How do I prepare Peach Resin?

• Rinse peach resin and soak overnight. Remove the black impurities and wash thoroughly.
• The size will increase 8-10 times after soaking.
• Peach Resin is not recommended for pregnant women and the people with indigestion.

Recommended Recipes：

• Cooking time of Peach Resin soup only takes around 30 minutes and varies depend on ingredients.
• Moisturize dryness – boil with pear, papaya, snow fungus, almond and bird nest.
• Nourishing blood – boil with red dates, goji berries and longan.
• Benefit stomach – boil with yam and lily bulbs.