Chewing a Jujube Seed to Relieve Autumn Dryness
It's the season for jujubes to ripen, and the jujube, known for its benefits in replenishing qi, nourishing blood, and calming the mind, has become a "frequent guest" at the dining table. However, when eating jujubes, friends generally spit out the pit immediately after eating the flesh, and some friends simply buy seedless jujubes. This method only utilizes the nourishing function of the jujube flesh but fails to use the "generating saliva" function of the jujube pit.
As early as over 400 years ago, Li Shizhen advocated the health-preserving method of "often holding a jujube pit in the mouth to let saliva flow, and then swallowing it is beneficial." Practice has proven that holding a jujube pit in the mouth after eating the fruit promotes saliva secretion. Modern research shows that saliva contains various enzymes that aid digestion and enhance the body's immune function. Swallowing saliva is a health-preserving method advocated by health experts throughout history. Persisting in this practice can alleviate symptoms such as dry mouth, thirst, dry skin, and constipation, and can also have a beautifying effect. For elderly friends with a weak spleen and stomach, it can moisten the gastrointestinal tract and promote digestion.
With the arrival of autumn, people are easily troubled by autumn dryness, which manifests in symptoms such as a dry mouth, constipation, and nosebleeds. Persisting in the health-preserving method of swallowing saliva can, to a certain extent, relieve the various discomforts caused by autumn dryness. Therefore, after eating the jujube flesh, don't be in a hurry to spit out the pit. Hold the jujube pit in your mouth for 10 to 15 minutes, constantly moving it with your tongue. When there is a considerable amount of saliva in your mouth, swallow it slowly, then repeat the action. Be careful not to swallow the pit along with the saliva. After holding the jujube pit in your mouth, you should rinse your mouth promptly. If convenient, it is best to brush your teeth.