Job’s Tears

Coix lacryma-jobi · yi yi ren (薏苡仁)

What It Is

Traditional Context

In traditional Chinese practice, this ingredient has been used to:

· Support the Spleen

· Clear dampness

· Soothe the joints

Cautions

Cooling — not for those who run very cold. Educational purposes only.

A classic autumn soup built around astragalus root, the traditional defender of the wei qi.

A sweet, warming tea that nourishes blood and calms the mind.

The classic Spleen-supporting porridge — grounding, slightly sweet, endlessly adaptable.