The nutritional value and edible effect of jujube kernel

I believe everyone is familiar with jujube. Jujube has the effect of nourishing blood and qi. Let's learn about the nutritional value of jujube kernels.

Jujube kernel introduction

It is the mature seed of the plant Ziziphus jujuba of the Rhamnaceae family. Ziziphus jujuba seeds are oblate or oblate oval, 5 to 9 mm long, 5 to 7 mm wide, and about 3 mm thick. The surface is purple-red or purple-brown, smooth and shiny, and some have longitudinal cracks. One side is relatively flat, with a longitudinal line in the middle, and the other side is slightly protruding, one end is concave, and a linear hilum can be seen, and the other end has a chalazion. The seed coat is relatively brittle, the endosperm is white, and there are 2 cotyledons, which are light yellow, rich in oil, with a slight smell and a light taste. The best ones are large, shiny, with a reddish-brown outer skin and a yellow-white seed kernel.

Effects of jujube kernels

Sweet, slightly sour, neutral in nature. Acts on the heart, liver, and gallbladder meridians. Moisturizing and astringent.

Jujube kernel is suitable for people

People with internal evil, stagnation of fire, kidney deficiency, diarrhea, and nocturnal emissions should take this medicine with caution.