Old hens have the effects of invigorating qi and blood, lowering cholesterol and supplementing protein. Old hen soup is rich in minerals such as protein, fat, sugar, calcium and phosphorus, as well as carotene and riboflavin. It has the functions of accelerating blood flow and preventing vascular aging, ossification, stroke and coronary heart disease. Suitable for middle-aged and elderly people who are weak, chronically ill and malnourished. It is worth noting that pregnant women should not eat old hen soup after delivery, which will lead to insufficient milk and even complete milk return.

Pork belly contains protein, fat, carbohydrates, vitamins, calcium, phosphorus, iron and so on. It has the effects of tonifying deficiency and strengthening spleen and stomach.

Braised pork belly with old hen is suitable for people with insufficient qi and blood and thin body. It has the effects of promoting circulation of qi, invigorating spleen, warming and nourishing stomach, dispelling cold, relieving pain, and removing toxic substances for deficiency of middle qi, anorexia, dyspepsia, deficiency cold, stomachache, and gastric injury.