In Some Cultures,spitting Is a Health Protection Activity Done After

In some cultures,spitting is a health protection activity done after giving someone else a compliment.What is the purpose of this action?

A) Prevents the recipient of the compliment from receiving an evil spell
B) Avoids direct speech afterwards with the person who receives the compliment
C) Prevents the recipient of the compliment from being too flattered
D) Makes the air better to take in the compliment