The efficacy and function of Job's tears

Release time : 03/06/2026 09:30:05

When the normal function of the spleen and stomach is affected, it is easy for internal "dampness" to form in the human body according to traditional Chinese medicine.

Job's tears can dispel dampness and reduce swelling, strengthen the spleen, promote diuresis.

However, do you also know about the other benefits and functions of Job's tears? The functions of Job's tears are not only to remove dampness; their powers are indeed much greater.

1. It is beneficial for promoting diuresis, reducing swelling and edema, strengthening the spleen and eliminating dampness, soothing muscles and relieving rheumatism, and clearing heat and draining pus. It is a commonly used agent for diuretic and damp-removing medicinals.

2. For hair: It has the function of nourishing hair, preventing hair loss and making hair smooth and soft.

3. For Skin: Smooths the skin, reduces wrinkles, and eliminates pigment spots.

It has obvious effect on facial acne and rough skin. In addition, it also absorbs ultraviolet rays, so the extract can be added into cosmetic products to achieve sun protection and UV protection effects.

4. In addition, Job's tears are a type of grain that is beneficial for digestion when cooked in water or with heat. People who often feel tired and lack energy can benefit from consuming more of them.

Job's tears are rich in proteins and enzymes that can soften skin keratin, which is beneficial for those with rough or uneven skin, and has therapeutic effects over a long period.

What are the side effects of Job's Tears? Although Job's Tears are beneficial, they are not suitable for everyone. Improper consumption can also affect health.

What are the side effects of Job's tears? 1. It is not advisable to consume Job's tears in excess, as it has the effect of stimulating appetite and strengthening the spleen. However, the carbohydrates contained in Job's tears have a high viscosity, so consuming too much may hinder digestion. Consumption should not be excessive and should not be consumed on an empty stomach, as this can easily lead to diarrhea and abdominal pain.

2. Pregnant women are advised not to consume Job's tears, as it is considered slippery and has been documented in multiple sources.

"Practical Traditional Chinese Medicine" classifies Job's tears as a noxious substance that should be avoided during pregnancy.

The "Bencao Jingshu" classifies it as "contraindicated for pregnant women".

In the "On Diseases of the Time," it is recorded that "clear soup with mulberry leaves, cold-removing ginger and cinnamon, and diuretic mung bean... are all considered contraceptives, most prone to misuse, and physicians must not take these lightly."

Pharmacological experiments also prove that Job's tears have excitatory effect on uterine smooth muscle, which can stimulate contractions and cause abortion.

In animal experiments, different concentrations of Coix seed oil show the uterus of guinea pigs to be excited in varying degrees.

3. Individuals with menstrual irregularities should avoid consuming Job's tears, which are characterized by a sweet, slightly cold, and slightly cool nature. They possess the benefits of promoting diuresis, reducing swelling, strengthening the spleen to eliminate dampness, soothing muscles and joints, alleviating heat, and discharging pus.

However, women with irregular menstruation and those with cold physique should also avoid consuming a lot of Job's tears during their menstrual period.

How to Cook Yin Beans, and the traditional Chinese medicine also requires that two or more medicinal materials are used together according to the needs of the disease and the characteristics of the medicinal properties. This can achieve better therapeutic effects.

Diet therapy is also the same. Let's take a look at how to consume mung beans properly for targeted treatment.

1. Treatment with Coix Seed, Red Beans, and Longan: Symptoms include dull complexion, lack of vitality, even palpitations, excessive sleepiness, and a sense of emptiness within the heart. 2. Treatment with Coix Seed, Red Beans, and Lily Bulb: Insomnia, or red rashes and acne on the face. 3. Treatment with Coix Seed, Red Beans, and Ginger: Cold pain in the stomach, poor appetite, and aversion to coldness. 4. Treatment with Coix Seed, Red Beans, and Black Soybean: Kidney deficiency. 5. Treatment with Coix Seed, Red Beans, and Soybean: Foot itching. 6. Treatment with Coix Seed, Red Beans, and Pear: Cough. 7. Treatment with Coix Seed, Red Beans, and Chinese Yam: Loss of appetite, emaciation. 8. Treatment with Coix Seed, Red Beans, and Pumpkin: Diarrhea, abdominal pain, diabetes. 9. Treatment with Coix Seed, Red Beans, and Ecliptae: Weakness, premature ejaculation, nocturnal enuresis due to frequent urination.

Individuals with edema or those with poor kidney function can frequently consume Job's Tears, which can strengthen the kidney and promote diuresis, thus alleviating swelling to some extent.

Friends can eat some edible rice regularly because it contains certain vitamins E, a kind of food with beauty effect. It can make the skin smooth and fine, help eliminate acne, improve the color of the skin.

Additionally, individuals with athlete's foot also find it suitable to consume mung bean water, as it is rich in Vitamin B, which is beneficial for the prevention and treatment of athlete's foot.

How to choose edible rice seeds? Firstly, we should judge the quality of the edible rice seeds from their appearance. High-quality edible rice seeds should have a luster, round seeds, and such seeds mature well. Generally, white or yellow-white color are good.

Secondly, you can rub the edible ginseng with your hand. The harder it feels, the better. After a few strokes, it should feel smooth and lubricated. This is a good quality ginseng.

Thirdly, we can smell the taste of mung beans. If there's no odd odor or a hint of something unusual, and the mung beans are very fragrant when cooked, then they must be quite good.

If you can taste the rice, you can better judge its quality. The rice with a soft texture and a fragrant aroma is relatively good, while the rice that has a sweet or slightly sweet taste is quite good.

*The medical information provided in this text is for reference only.

In case of discomfort, it is advised to seek medical attention immediately. The diagnosis and treatment should be based on the professional examination conducted in person.