-tonify spleen Qi – weakness, short of breath, reduced appetite, loose stool -nourish blood, calm spirit – irritable, pale, emotional, restless -harmonize other herbs harsh properties Also Used For: Orally, Da Zao / Jujube is used for improving muscular strength and to prophylax against liver diseases and stress ulcers. It is also used as a sedative. In Chinese Medicine, Da Zao / Jujube is used for dry, itchy skin; neutralizing drug toxicities; lack of appetite; fatigue; diarrhea; hysteria; anemia; hypertension; purpura; and as a sedative. In Arabic medicine, Da Zao / Jujube is used orally for fever wounds, ulcers, inflammation, asthma, and eye diseases. Jujube is eaten as a food. In manufacturing, Da Zao / Jujube extracts are used in skin care products for anti-inflammatory, antiwrinkle, moisturizing, and relief from sunburn.