To prevent losing it next time! Coix seed (Yi Yi Ren) is the dried mature seed of the plant Coix lacryma-jobi, belonging to the Poaceae family. It is highly nutritious and is known as the “King of Gramineous Plants” in the world, while in Europe, it is referred to as the “Grain of Life and … Read more
Coix seed (Yìyǐrén) is a common medicinal material and also a frequently used ingredient in our daily diet. It comes from a plant called coix (Yìmǐ), and the mature seeds of this plant are dried and hulled to become what we commonly refer to as coix seed. The main production areas in China include Fujian, … Read more
Coix Seed (Yi Yi Ren) Coix Seed, first recorded in the “Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing” (Shen Nong’s Classic of Materia Medica), is classified as a superior herb, also known by the alternative name “Jie Li”. Li Shizhen in “Ben Cao Gang Mu” states: “The name is not clearly defined”. The traditional character for “Yi” … Read more
Coix Seed (Yi Yi Ren) Pronunciation: Yi Yi Ren Alias: Job’s tears, barley, coix seed. Functions: It promotes diuresis and dampness elimination, dispels dampness and alleviates pain, strengthens the spleen and stops diarrhea, clears heat and expels pus. It is indicated for urinary difficulties, edema, beriberi, dampness obstruction, initial stages of damp-heat, as well as … Read more
— Issue 97 — Yiyiren (Coix Seed) SEMEN COICIS Introduction: The famous poet Su Shi from the Tang and Song dynasties wrote a poem: “Fubo rice with coix seed, the imperial pestilence is transmitted well. It can eliminate the poison of the five streams, but cannot save the harm of slander.” This describes the coix … Read more
Click on the top“Herbal Medicine Handbook”, then click“Follow” Traditional Chinese Medicine teaches you to recognize Chinese herbs, secret formulas, and folk remedies. Everyone should have a copy, it’s rare! Yi Yi Ren Yi Yi Ren, the name of the herb, refers to the dried mature seeds of the plant Coix lacryma-jobi, which belongs to the … Read more
Yi Yi Ren Yi Yi Ren, the name of a traditional Chinese medicine, refers to the dried mature seeds of the plant Coix lacryma-jobi, which belongs to the Poaceae family. The plant is harvested in autumn when the fruits are ripe, dried, and the seeds are separated from the husk, yellow-brown seed coat, and impurities. … Read more
Coix seed is known for its ability to strengthen the spleen and eliminate dampness. It is suitable for conditions such as spleen deficiency diarrhea, spleen deficiency edema, joint pain, and summer health maintenance. This dietary therapy can help strengthen the spleen and stomach, and has a certain effect on alleviating diarrhea. What the Doctor Says: … Read more
Coix Seed (Yìyǐrén) is the dried mature seed of the plant Coix lacryma-jobi, which belongs to the Poaceae family. Coix Seed is also known as Job’s tears and is a perennial herb. It is listed as a superior herb in both the Shennong Bencao Jing and Bencao Gangmu. Coix Seed has a sweet taste and … Read more
Precious Chinese medicinal materials often intimidate people, but today I would like to introduce this medicinal material—Poria (Fu Ling), a nourishing treasure among affordable herbs! Common Nourishing Herb – Poria 01/ Promoting Diuresis and Reducing EdemaPoria’s most prominent function is promoting diuresis and reducing edema. It can alleviate edema in the elderly and children, whether … Read more