If you want to upgrade your daily routine, ditch the boring gum. Get yourself a gorgeous glass jar of a premium blend—like a colorful Madrasi Saunf, a rich Shahi Calcutta Paan mix, or a crisp Khus Mukhwas. Keep it on your desk or dining table.
Take a tiny spoonful after lunch, close your eyes, and enjoy the crunch. It's a 30-second daily pause that clears your palate and your mind.
Skip the artificial chewing gums and shift to a premium mouth freshener that is actually good for your gut.
The Post-Meal Verdict: Does Supari or Mouth Freshener Actually Help You Digest?
Every single one of us has the exact same scenario play out after every big meal, we instantly grab a bit of mukhwas or supari or even fold ourselves a lovely paan. It feels extremely refreshing, however, does it truly help our stomachs to get to work?
Paan Smith's Supari
Here’s the science:
Saliva superpower: The magic is not the chemistry involved, but saliva. Chewing on saunf, cardamom, or supari immediately activates your mouth to produce a constant stream of saliva, which in turn triggers important enzymes such as amylase to break down your meal.
Herbs and supari: Fennel and Cardamom are total MVPs. Fennel has oils that calm down your digestive tract and actively reduce gas and bloating. Supari-boosts saliva and creates a quick post-meal 'alertness' buzzing sensation however, scientifically speaking, raw supari carries risks in the long term with the health of your mouth so one should consume in moderation, or replace it with cleaner herbs.
Up your game with Paan Smith: No need to ditch your tradition altogether! We at Paan Smith aim to serve the finest mouth fresheners with an added benefit: they all feature carefully chosen digestive ingredients. We combine authentic herbs, seeds and natural flavours so your post-meal treat is clean, refreshing and most importantly, effective.
So tell us in the comments below, what do you munch on after your big dinner?