Astragalus Drink Feeling like you need a boost? Not only can this recipe help improve your energy levels, it is also a great drink to boost your immunity. Ingredients Radix Astragali (黄芪, Huang Qi), 5g Red Dates (红枣, Hong Zao), 4 pieces (optional) Wolfberries (枸杞, Gou Qi), 1 handful (optional) Water, 500ml Instructions Heat up the water in a pot, bring the water to a boil. Add the slices of Huang Qi into the pot of boiling water. Let the Huang Qi boil in the water for 15 to 20 minutes. Optional: You may like to add Hong Zao and/or Gou Qi as a sweetener. Your drink is ready for consumption.