What are the benefits of jujube seeds?

Jujube seeds are used in traditional Eastern medicine to treat anxiety and insomnia, increase appetite and stimulate digestion. In addition to aiding the digestive and circulatory systems, jujube extract is used topically to treat a variety of skin conditions, states WebMD.

The bark and fruit of the jujube plant are also used for medicinal purposes. Chinese medical records dating back 2500 years mention use of Ziziphus jujube, a small, deciduous Asian shrub, according to Drugs.com. The jujube plant is cited in Korean, Indian and Japanese traditional texts as well. The jujube plant is cultivated primarily in China, and also in India, Russia, the Middle East and southern Europe.