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Does pineapple juice help to stop an overactive saliva gland?

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Dr. Ryan Phasouk answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

No: On the contrary, pineapple juice will stimulate the salivary glands.

Dr Pajaro agreed

Answered 3/25/2014

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