Health Benefits of Quince
Health Benefits of Quince
Quince (cydonia oblonga) is a bright golden-yellow pome fruit belonging to the Rosaceae family that is also home also to apple, pears and other fruits. Quince looks very similar to a pear. Quince is native to various parts of Asia and the Mediterranean.
The fruit is eaten in jams and baked goods. The fruit and leaves have been used in folk medicine to treat digestive disorders.
Quince have essential vitamins and minerals including, vitamin C, thiamine, vitamin B6, copper, iron, potassium and magnesium.
Quince is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free radicals in the body and may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
Quince has anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, anti-ulcerative, anti-cancer and anti-bacterial properties.
Quince may also promote heart health including improving blood pressure levels and blood circulation. Quince may also promote wound healing.
Quince may help treat digestive issues such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), ulcerative colitis and stomach ulcers.
Quince may also alleviate mild allergic reactions such as inflamed skin, runny nose and asthma however more research is needed.
Quince may also help manage symptoms of GERD, commonly known as acid reflux. Studies have shown that 80 children with acid reflux who consumed quince syrup daily for 7 weeks alleviated their acid reflux symptoms.
Quince may help with the common symptoms of pregnancy including nausea and vomiting. A study including 76 pregnant women who consumed 1 tablespoon of quince syrup showed that it was significantly more effective at reducing nausea compared to consuming 20mg of vitamin B6.
Quince may also help boost your immunity. Quince may also treat throat hoarseness.
Quince may also improve hair health and skin health.
As always consult with your physician.
Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quince
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/what-is-quince-fruit
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35661598/
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0308814622013243