Feeling Run Down? Nourish Yourself with Healing Miso Soup
If you’ve had a super busy week with your grandchildren, didn’t sleep well, or felt overwhelmed by stress, one of the best natural remedies you can turn to is a warm bowl of homemade miso soup. This simple, soothing dish is not only delicious but also deeply nourishing for your body and mind.
Why Miso Soup is a Go-To Remedy for Stress and Fatigue
Miso is a traditional Japanese fermented soybean paste packed with nutrients and beneficial probiotics. It has been used for 
centuries in macrobiotic cooking to support digestion, boost immunity, and restore energy. Scientific studies now confirm what ancient wisdom has long known—miso is a true superfood for gut health and overall well-being.
When combined with sea vegetables, mushrooms, and seasonal veggies, miso soup becomes a restorative, mineral-rich tonic perfect for any time you need to reboot and recharge.
Miso Soup Recipe for Stress Relief & Better Digestion
🍲 Serves 4
This version features wakame seaweed, maitake mushrooms, and hearty root vegetables to deliver both comfort and nutrients in every spoonful. It’s naturally vegan, gluten-free, and macrobiotic-friendly.
Ingredients:
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 maitake mushrooms, sliced (or shiitake)
- 2 teaspoons dried wakame seaweed flakes
- 1 carrot, thinly sliced
- ½ buttercup or kabocha squash, chopped into bite-sized cubes
- 1 parsnip, sliced
- 1 cup green cabbage, chopped
- 1 tablespoon brown rice miso (non-GMO & organic )
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano (optional, for extra warmth)
- 1 quart filtered water
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Directions:
- Place all vegetables and wakame in a heavy soup pot.
- Add water, cover, and bring to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce heat and simmer gently for 15–20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- In a small bowl, mix the miso with 3–4 tablespoons of hot broth from the pot to dissolve it.
- Lower the heat and stir the diluted miso back into the soup. Do not boil once miso is added, to preserve its probiotic benefits.
- Add oregano if using, and simmer on low for 4–5 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Optional: Add cooked brown rice or buckwheat noodles for a heartier, more filling meal.
The Healing Power of Miso
Miso soup is an easy way to support:
- Digestive health (thanks to probiotics and fermented ingredients)
- Hormonal balance and mental clarity (especially important during stressful weeks)
- Immune system strength (from seaweed and root vegetables)
- Mineral replenishment (after poor sleep or heavy sweating)
Whether you’re following a macrobiotic lifestyle or simply want to feel better, this soup can become a regular part of your self-care routine.
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Bon appétit and be well as we age with Grace
Patricia