Peach blossom amber candy (Huai Yu), also known as Tao Jiao, is a natural collagen supplement used in traditional Chinese medicine for skin care.

Peach blossom amber candy is a popular skin-nourishing candy among Chinese women. It's a natural collagen called "Huai Yu" in Teochew dialect,

or 桃胶 (Tao Jiao) in Mandarin Chinese. It's extracted from the sap of the peach tree and has an amber-colored crystalline appearance, hence the name.

Peach blossom amber candy is harvested in spring. When used in cooking, it has a sweet taste and a smooth, jelly-like texture.

Benefits:

- Helps nourish the skin and slow down aging.

- Helps nourish the brain.

- Helps improve sleep.

- Aids digestion, suitable for those with chronic constipation.

- Nourishes the blood.

- Helps lower blood pressure.

Preparation:

- Use the desired amount and rinse thoroughly with water.

(Do not overuse) (Because it will expand many times when boiled)

- Soak in water for 2-3 hours until softened.

- Boil in water over medium heat for about 20 minutes.

(You can add goji berries, Chinese dates, dried longan, and lotus seeds to boil together if desired.)

- Add sugar if desired to increase sweetness.

- Once the time is up, let it cool.

- Serve hot, or add ice to serve cold as desired.

Storage Instructions*

Store in an airtight, dry container. Avoid sunlight, heat, and moisture.