Jujube (fruit)- calms the nerves and serves as a mild rejuvenative

Jujube is a small tree or shrub with thorny branches, green, shiny leaves and edible fruit that, when mature, resembles a date (which led to the nickname Chinese Date). Jujube fruit has been cultivated for over 4,000 years and can grow in a wide range of temperatures—although hot summers are required to successfully produce fruit.  

Jujube is known to calm nerves. By grounding the fruit to a powder, small amounts can be used to promptly reduce the effects of stress and purify the blood. In addition, the compound called Ziziphin found in Jujube leaves can suppress the sweet taste in humans and Jujube fruit helps sooth the throat.

There are 24 amino acids that humans need and jujube contains 18 of these.  It also contains Vitamin C, niacin, riboflavin, thiamine, and Vitamin A.  The minerals calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, sodium, and zinc can be found in this fruit. It can benefit digestion and absorption.  It can also aid in helping the body create strength and energy.