jujube

 jujube scientific name Ziziphus jujuba. it is also called the red date. Chinese jujube is a specie in the genus Ziziphus in the buckthorn family Rhamnaceae. common jujube is a deciduous tree or large shrub native to southeastern Europe to China growing 15 to 30 feet tall with a rounded or vase form. Jujube is generally recognized as an outstanding source of biologically active compounds related to both nutritional and nutraceutical value.

BENEFITS

1. it can help you with weight loss2. helps maintain the blood sugar level3. reduce your risk of disease colorectal cancer4. reduce the risk of heart disease by lowering the cholesterol level 5. it can help in wound healing6. it can promote digestion7. it can strengthen bones8. it is used for skin rejuvenating 9. it is used in Chinese traditional medicine for gastrointestinal disease10. it can improve the sleep quality11. it can improve brain function12. Prevent constipation

NUTRITIONAL VALUE

It contains antioxidants i.e vitamin A and vitamin C and antioxidant compounds like flavonoids, polysaccharides, fiber, potassium, magnesium. 

jujube nutrition

calories;79protein; 1gramcarbs; 20gramsfiber; 10gramfats; 0gramsvitamin C;77% (DV)potassium;5%(DV)

uses of jujube leaves, fruit, seed

wild jujube, fruit, seed, and treatment leaves have been used for the tratement of insomnia, anxiety, gastrointestinal and other ailments. The leaves of ber fruit have practical uses as plaster and might be beneficial for liver issues, health benefits for your nervous system, immunity, and digestion