The jujube is a fruit found most often in Asia and may be used either in fresh form or dried. It is red and similar to a date, with its sweet and sticky consistency. Part of Chinese medicine for thousands of years, the jujube fruit extract has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including insomnia, and to promote overall health. Jujube extract may be found in health food stores and often comes in 250 mg capsules.
Treat Insomnia
SleepEnough says jujube extract has been used to reduce stress and improve sleeping. It says the extract from the jujube seeds feature alkaloids that work as an antioxidant to the body and reduce anxiety. The article "Wake up Energized" by Nutraceutical Research, Inc. says research found a chemical compound in the seeds that contain a sedative-like effect.
Liver Health
According to the Science Direct Journal of Ethnopharmacology, extract from the jujube fruit reduced the occurrence of injury to the liver during a study with mice. The study also says the levels of oxidative stress on liver tissue was decreased after dosage of jujube extract. Oxidative stress occurs when free radicals mix with healthy cell molecules, causing potential damage to membranes and proteins in the liver and body. According to NetDoctor, oxidative stress may be a cause of many cancers in the body and can increase the rate of aging.
Improved Nutrition
According to Food Chemistry Volume 103, Issue 2, researchers found jujube fruits contains minerals such as phosphorus, potassium, manganese and calcium, as well as smaller amounts of copper, zinc, iron and sodium. It also featured a healthy amount of Vitamin C, riboflavin and thiamine. SleepEnough suggests taking jujube extract also helps to lower blood pressure, boost the immune system and work as an analgesic to reduce sore throat pain.
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