Job’s tears is the Chinese medicine Coix lacryma, the use of Coix lacryma to remove dampness in two ways, one is to make water as a tea drink, can have a certain dehumidification effect, but the effect is limited, the other is the correct preparation into the Chinese medicine soup to take.
Job’s tears, with water seepage dampness (to promote the operation of water to dispel dampness), spleen and diarrhea, paralysis, pus, detoxification and dissipation of the effects, can be used for oedema, foot qi (due to external dampness and wind toxicity, or dietary tastes hurt, accumulation of dampness and heat, flow into the legs and feet into the disease), dysuria (urinary disorders), diarrhea and spleen deficiency, dampness paralysis, such as constriction.
When used raw, it is mainly used for clearing dampness and heat, and when used fried, it is mainly used for stopping diarrhea and strengthening the spleen, therefore, it should be used when removing dampness.
Drinking water with raw Job’s tears can also have a certain effect of water retention and seepage of dampness, but the role of herbal infusions is limited, can not replace the therapeutic role of drugs.
Job’s tears can also be used in conjunction with atractylodes, Poria, Fenghui, ginseng, astragalus, atractylodes, papaya and other medicines to enhance the effect of diuresis. Clinically, the most commonly used formulas that contain Coix Seed include Ginseng Ling Bai Zhu San and Si Miao Pill.
It is important to note that Coix Seed is slippery in nature and should be used with caution by pregnant women.
When taking Coix Seed, it is recommended to consult with a professional physician whether it is appropriate to use, as well as the dosage, so as to avoid damage to the body due to improper use.