Ingredient library · Grains & beans
Job's tears (coix seed) 薏苡仁
CoolFlavour · Sweet, BlandGrains & beans
Traditional use
Drains dampness and supports digestion.
Cooling — helpful if you run hot; pair with warming foods if your digestion runs cold.
Traditionally used with caution in pregnancy.
In season for
Nutrition (approx.)
100 g
357kcal
- Protein15.0 g
- Carbs65.0 g
- Fat5.0 g
- Fibre3.1 g
Reference values per 100 g; actual values vary by variety and cooking.
Especially good for
Also cool
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Based on traditional Chinese medicine for general wellness education — not a medical diagnosis or treatment. If symptoms persist, are severe or unusual, please see a doctor or registered Chinese medicine practitioner.