Efficacy & Usage of Coix Seed (Job's Tears)
Efficacy
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Promote diuresis and eliminate dampness
Helps dispel dampness, reduce edema, and relieve heavy limbs.
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Strengthen the spleen and stop diarrhea
Improves poor appetite, loose stools, and diarrhea caused by spleen deficiency.
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Relieve rheumatism, drain pus, and resolve masses
Supports joint discomfort, eczema, and skin health.
Summary:
Dispels dampness, invigorates the spleen, reduces swelling, and nourishes the skin.
Usage
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Cooking porridge or soup
- Coix Seed + Red Bean: For dampness and swelling
- Coix Seed + Chinese Yam: For spleen and stomach health
Recommended daily dosage: 15–30g
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Stir-fried Coix Seed
- Raw: stronger effect in clearing dampness
- Stir-fried: milder, better for those with weak digestion
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Coix Seed powder
Stir-fry and grind into powder, take with warm water.
Cautions
- Use with caution during pregnancy.
- Not suitable for long-term use by those with constipation or yin deficiency.
