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What Fruit Dries Your Mouth? The Astringent Culprits Explained

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The drying, puckering sensation in your mouth after eating certain foods is not a taste, but a tactile sensation known as astringency. The primary culprits behind this effect are tannins, natural compounds found in various plants, including many fruits. Unripe persimmons and bananas are notorious for containing high levels of these tannins, which bind to the proteins in your saliva and reduce its lubricating effect.