7 Powerful Ways to Eliminate Petai and Jengkol Odor from Our Mouth and Body

7 Powerful Ways to Eliminate Petai and Jengkol Odor from Our Mouth and Body - Petai and jengkol are favorite foods for some Indonesians. Petai and jengkol are generally consumed as food, with spicy chili paste, it tastes great. Often also used as a mixture of various dishes such as stews or curries.

In addition to delicious, petai and jengkol it also contains a number of important substances for the body. According to Mohammed, et al. (1987), petai seed (Parkia speciosa Hassk) is rich in essential minerals such as calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, iron, manganese, and potassium. The iron content in petai is very good for preventing anemia.

While jengkol is also very rich in protein, phosphorus, and calcium. Jengkol (Pithecellobium Jiringa) also has high antioxidant content.

Origin is not excessive, eating two types of food is actually beneficial to the body. However, one of the most common effects is the odor left in our mouth and urine. We often complain about bad-smelling breaths and bathrooms. The aroma is due to the sulfur content of jengkol and petai high enough.

Is there a solution There exists. Seven ways that we can do so that the aroma of petai and jengkol not too sting can be minimized alias.

1. Stop eating jengkol or petai when food is still left behind about one-third of the plate. Thus, the final bribe should not be accompanied by a piece of petai / jengkol. This is proven to reduce the smell left in the mouth because the food can eliminate the remnants of petai / jengkol attached to the oral cavity.

2. Mouth and toothbrush after eating petai / jengkol. Try to rinse with warm water and mix with a little salt.

3. If possible, try not to consume petai / jengkol raw, but boiled or fried first. The taste can still be enjoyed, though not "seheboh" petai / jengkol raw, but the typical smell can be minimized.

4. Coffee powder is also proven to eliminate odor due to petai and jengkol. Use a coffee powder to clean your teeth and mouth by taking a spoonful of coffee powder, then rub into teeth, chew and rinse with clean water, then discard.

5. Take lemon, squeeze and mix with a little water, then gargle.

6. The aroma of petai / jengkol can also be removed with spices and various herbs, such as ginger, cloves, kencur, fennel seeds and so on. Take one or a combination of some of these ingredients, puree, and use to rinse.

7. Basil leaves can also be consumed along with petai and jengkol. The efficacy of basil leaves as deodorizing the mouth and body have long been tested. In fact, researchers at Yogyakarta State University have used basil leaf extract (Ocimum canum) as herbal candies to prevent bad breath. The aroma of petai / jengkol was lost with this basil leaf candy.

So, do not worry too much about the irritating odor when eating petai and jengkol, because there are 7 proven ways as mentioned above. It should be noted, however, that consuming petai and jengkol are excessive, also not good for health, which can cause kidney and uric acid disorders.

Really, eat petai and jengkol, but remember yes, do not overdo it!