The harm and effects of betel nut

The harm of betel nut

Physiological hazards

Frequent chewing of betel nut will cause teeth to darken and wear, affecting personal image. It can also induce a series of oral diseases, such as periodontal disease, and more seriously, oral cancer. At the same time, if consumed in excess, it will cause poisoning in the human body, with symptoms such as excitement and irritability, dull eyes, trembling all over, strange behavior, etc.; severe cases may even lead to acute mental illness, such as auditory hallucinations, forced delusions, and mental disorders.

Economic harm

If you spit betel nut juice anywhere, you will be fined. Eating a large amount of betel nut is expensive and may also increase medical expenses.

Environmental pollution

Spitting betel nuts everywhere will not only cause environmental pollution and seriously hinder urban landscape construction, but also some bacteria will float into the air when spitting betel nuts and be inhaled into the lungs of the public, causing harm.

Unfavorable soil and water conservation

Areca palm has shallow roots, and if it is planted on a large scale, it will seriously damage soil and water conservation.

Effects of betel nut

Medicinal value

Betel nut is an important Chinese medicinal material, which has the main effects of killing insects, reducing qi and relieving stagnation, promoting water circulation and removing dampness. It can be used to treat parasitic infections and is beneficial to gastrointestinal health.

Nutritional Value

Betel nut is rich in a variety of nutrients and beneficial substances needed by the human body. It also contains more than 20 trace elements and has good nutritional value. However, avoid eating too much raw food.

Economic Value

Betel nut has high yield and high economic value. In Taiwan, Hainan and other places in my country, especially some ethnic minorities have the habit of chewing betel nuts. With the continuous enrichment of deep-processed varieties, the consumer market for betel nut is also expanding.