Tag: Cotton mouth

Tannins, which are plant polyphenols also found in red wine and black tea, are the primary cause of a persimmon giving you a cotton mouth sensation. This happens when certain unripe varieties are consumed, leading to an effect known as astringency, which binds with proteins in your saliva.

According to research, nutritional deficiencies are one of several culprits that can cause xerostomia, or chronic dry mouth. A deficiency in key vitamins, particularly B-complex vitamins and vitamin A, is a known factor behind this condition, which can cause a feeling of a 'cotton mouth'.