Job's Tears
Coix
Coix is a traditional plant used in various Asian cultures, particularly in China. Traditionally, it has been utilized for its potential health benefits but specific uses vary widely and are not consistently documented across different traditions. Scientific evidence suggests that Coix may have some potential in cancer treatment; a study found that combining Kanglaite injection with toripalimab and chemotherapy showed manageable safety and preliminary antitumor activity in advanced non-small cell lung cancer patients, though further validation is needed. In rheumatoid arthritis research, CSO from coix seeds modulated synovial tissue and serum biomarkers, indicating possible anti-inflammatory effects. Additionally, fermentation of Coix seeds has been shown to influence microbial composition and enhance flavor profiles, potentially improving its nutritional profile by reducing starch and fat content while increasing protein and phenolic compounds. No major safety concerns or known drug interactions have been recorded for coix, but further research is warranted to fully understand its potential applications and effects.
- Mejor evidencia
- D
- Precauciones
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Solo información. El uso tradicional no significa eficacia probada. La evidencia y la seguridad varían — consulte las fuentes citadas.
Lo que dice la ciencia
- La combinación de la inyección Kanglaite con toripalimab y quimioterapia mostró una seguridad manejable y actividad antitumoral preliminar en pacientes con NSCLC avanzado, aunque los hallazgos necesitan validación.
- CSO moduló 16 biomarcadores de tejido sinovial y 12 biomarcadores de suero relacionados con aminoácidos, ácidos araquidónicos, lípidos, fosfolípidos y carnitinas en ratas con artrosis reumatoide inducida por CFA.
- El estudio mostró que diferentes substratos de fermentación de granos influyen en la composición microbiana y los sabores resultantes en el carne vinagre, con las semillas de coix promoviendo notas herbales y grasosas.
- La coix germinada mostró un perfil nutricional mejorado con una reducción en el contenido de azúcares y grasas, un aumento en la proteína y compuestos fenólicos, y una disminución en la amargor.
- Dos pacientes con verrugas perianales refractarias mostraron una eliminación completa de las verrugas después de 3-4 sesiones combinando la aguja de fuego filiforme y el baño TCM calentante y que abre los collaterales sin reacciones adversas.
Frequently asked questions
What is Job's Tears?
Job's Tears (Coix) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What does the scientific evidence say about Job's Tears?
5 sourced findings are recorded for Job's Tears; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: La combinación de la inyección Kanglaite con toripalimab y quimioterapia mostró una seguridad manejable y actividad antitumoral preliminar en pacientes con NSCLC avanzado, aunque los hallazgos necesitan validación.
How strong is the evidence for Job's Tears?
The strongest finding for Job's Tears carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Job's Tears safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Job's Tears in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Job's Tears interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Job's Tears in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Job's Tears?
Job's Tears is also known as: Coïx.
Is Job's Tears a proven treatment?
No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.
Fuentes
- T2 Fermentation substrate drives flavor differentiation: Multi-omics analysis of flavor formation mechanisms in sour meat fermented by various grains. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Coix Seed Oil Ameliorates Rheumatoid Arthritis by Modulating Inflammation-Associated Metabolic Pathways. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Safety and Clinical Outcomes of Kanglaite Injection in Combination with Toripalimab and Chemotherapy for Advanced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: A Real-World Retrospective Analysis. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Refractory Periungual Warts Treated with Filiform Fire Needle Combined with Warming-Yang and Collateral-Dredging Chinese Medicine Soak: A Two-Case Report. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Comparative Evaluation of Germination Methods on the Nutritional and Sensory Profile of Coix. literature abstract metadata