Yi Yi Ren-Semen Coicis Raw

Yi Yi Ren 薏苡仁 （生） , derived from the seeds of Coix lacryma-jobi (Job's tears), is a dual-purpose herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), valued for both its dampness-resolving and spleen-tonifying properties. It is widely used for edema, urinary difficulties, and joint pain caused by dampness, as well as for supporting digestive health.

This product does not make medical claims.

Key Benefits

Resolves Dampness (利水渗湿) – Reduces edema, bloating, and turbid urine

Strengthens the Spleen (健脾止泻) – Helps with chronic diarrhea and poor digestion due to dampness

Relieves Joint Pain (舒筋除痹) – Eases arthritic pain and stiffness caused by damp obstruction

Clears Heat and Abscesses (清热排脓) – Supports skin conditions (e.g., abscesses, warts) and lung infections

Clinical Applications

Edema & Urinary Issues: Nephritic edema, difficulty urinating

Digestive Disorders: Chronic diarrhea, IBS with dampness

Rheumatic Pain: Arthritis, joint swelling

Skin & Abscesses: Boils, carbuncles, lung abscesses

Weight Management: May assist with metabolic dampness (e.g., obesity)

Safety Notes

Not suitable for Yin-deficient dryness (dry mouth, constipation)

Use with caution in pregnancy (high doses may stimulate uterine movement)

May increase urination frequency