Hormone-Healing Turmeric Chicken Soup

(Anti-Inflammatory + Gut-Loving)

If your hormones feel out of balance — whether it’s fatigue, bloating, stubborn weight, or brain fog — your gut might be crying out for help. At Functional Medicine Los Angeles, we believe that true healing starts with nourishing your body from the inside out. And when it comes to healing from the inside out, nothing beats the comfort of a warm, nourishing bowl of soup.

Today, we’re sharing a simple recipe that works wonders: Hormone-Healing Turmeric Chicken Soup. It’s packed with ingredients that calm inflammation, support liver detox, boost digestion, and help balance your body’s natural rhythm.

Why This Soup Helps Balance Hormones

Your hormones don’t function on their own — they rely heavily on your gut, liver, and immune system. Here’s how this soup supports all three:

1. Bone broth: Rich in collagen, which repairs the gut lining and reduces inflammation
2. Chicken: A clean source of protein to stabilize blood sugar and support cortisol balance
3. Turmeric, garlic & ginger: Natural anti-inflammatories that support hormone function and liver detox
4. Coconut milk: Full of healthy fats to promote hormone production and satiety
5. Leafy greens & carrots: Nutrient-dense veggies that support estrogen detoxification

This nourishing approach aligns with what we practice in functional medicine Studio City — creating balance through targeted nutrition and personalized lifestyle interventions.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

1. 1 lb chicken breast or thighs (boneless, skinless)
2. 4 cups bone brothor organic vegetable broth
3. 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
4. 2 cloves garlic, minced
5. 1 tsp turmeric powder(or 1-inch fresh turmeric root, grated)
6. 1 tbsp olive oilor coconut oil
7. 1 cup coconut milk(unsweetened, full-fat)
8. 2 carrots, sliced
9. 2 celery stalks, chopped
10. 2 handfuls leafy greens(spinach, kale, or Swiss chard)
11. ½ tsp sea salt(or to taste)
12. ¼ tsp black pepper(boosts turmeric absorption!)
13. Juice of ½ lemon (optional for brightness)

How to Make It

1. Sauté the aromatics: In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add garlic, ginger, and turmeric. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
2. Add veggies: Stir in carrots and celery. Cook for another 3–5 minutes.
3. Add chicken & broth: Place chicken into the pot and pour in the bone broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer for 20–25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
4. Shred chicken: Remove chicken, shred with forks, then return to the pot.
5. Add coconut milk & greens: Pour in coconut milk and stir in the leafy greens. Simmer for 5 more minutes.
6. Season & serve: Add sea salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to taste. Ladle into bowls and enjoy the warmth!

This dish not only tastes amazing but also supports functional medicine digestion in Los Angeles by reducing inflammation, healing the gut lining, and aiding in nutrient absorption.

Healing Tip:

Sip slowly and savor. Eating mindfully helps your body activate its parasympathetic “rest and digest” mode — crucial for hormone healing! This is a cornerstone practice we encourage at Functional Medicine Los Angeles to help you feel more grounded and in tune with your body.

Food can be medicine — and this soup is a delicious way to support your hormones naturally. Whether you’re managing stress, working through PMS or menopause symptoms, or just wanting to feel more energized and grounded, this simple recipe can become a weekly staple.

Have you tried hormone-friendly soups like this one? Let us know how it made you feel in the comments!