Quince is one of those fruits that are only used for processing and are not eaten raw. It is a fruit that has external similarities with a pear and an apple at the same time. At the same time, its taste is tart, astringent, its consistency is absolutely not juicy, in general, there are few eaters for it.

But you can make excellent jams from it and even use quince in the treatment of certain diseases. All this and more will be discussed in this article.

First, you can get to know this fruit better. It grows on a tree of the same name. The plant is distributed almost everywhere and is cultivated culturally.

In the wild, the fruits do not weigh more than the average apple, and if the quince is properly cared for, the tree will thank the owner with fruits weighing up to two kilograms.

And the question arises: why was it cultivated at all if the taste and consistency leave much to be desired? It's all about its beneficial properties and the chemical composition of the fruit.

It contains vitamins B, E, C, A, PP, various acids, macro- and microelements, essential oils, fructose, but the main component in this case is iron. The fact is that 100 g of quince contains its daily requirement for a person.

Based on the chemical composition of quince, one can highlight its beneficial properties and areas of application. I would like to immediately note that not only quince fruits are used, but also the seeds inside them, since they also contain a lot of useful substances.

But these seeds can only be used in their whole form and should not be crushed under any circumstances, as the hydrocyanic acid they contain will cause serious food poisoning.

So, the effects of quince on the body:

• relieves pain and inflammation;
• softens the skin;
• used as a bile and diuretic;
• excellent antioxidant;
• has an antimicrobial effect;
• strengthens the immune system;
• stops bleeding;
• used as an antiemetic;
• improves digestion and gastrointestinal condition.

This is only an approximate list of beneficial properties, but thanks to them, quince is widely used for medicinal purposes and cosmetology. In the first case, its pulp, juice and seeds are used internally, and for external use they are used as a basis for compresses, lotions, creams and masks.

Contraindications

Quince also has its contraindications.

• It is not recommended for people suffering from constipation.
• It can also cause damage to the vocal cords.
• Well, it is necessary to take into account the possible manifestation of allergies, but this already refers to individual intolerance.

That's all, in other cases the use of quince is allowed and encouraged. Now you can learn more about the effect of quince and all possible options for its use on the body of a woman, man and child.

For women Quince is useful during pregnancy, as it has a diuretic effect and will help remove all toxins from the body. It is no secret that a pregnant woman may develop hemorrhoids. In this case, quince-based lotions will help. Also, for women who feel the uterus, enemas from quince decoction are recommended.

For men quince is also very useful, in particular for maintaining their male “strength”. Since quince improves blood circulation, this has a good effect on potency. One of the factors reducing it can be inflammation of the urethra and prostate gland. In these cases, quince will also help. After shaving, you can soothe irritation on your facial skin with a decoction of the seeds of the fruit.

For children The use of quince is recommended according to the age of the child. For example, until one year it is served only baked, and then it can be eaten fresh, however, the portions should be small. An excellent substitute for quince tablets that reduce the temperature of a cold.

Due to its beneficial properties and effects on the human body, quince is widely used in alternative folk medicine and cosmetology. What specific home remedies can be prepared from it and for what diseases they can be taken, all this will be described below.

To begin with, we will look at examples of the use of quince in cosmetology and recipes that tell how to prepare cosmetics yourself at home to improve the condition of the skin of the face and neck, hands, and hair.

Quince recipes for the beauty of face, neck, hands, hair

Face and neck mask recipe for all skin types

To prepare the mask, you only need the pulp of one quince fruit, peeled and seeds removed. Grind it on a fine grater and mix with 1 tsp. oatmeal and 1 tsp. corn starch.

Apply the mixture to the face and neck and rinse after 25 minutes with warm water. This mask nourishes the skin very well and makes it firm and elastic. Since the mask is universal, it will suit everyone.

Scrub recipe for face and neck skin

It has only two components: coarse salt and peeled quince fruit. Grind the seeds and pulp, mix everything and apply to the skin. Rub in the same way as a regular scrub, using circular movements for a couple of minutes. Then rinse with water and apply face cream. The skin will be cleansed, and the essential oils contained in quince will improve its appearance.

Recipe for strengthening hair

In this case, dried leaves of the quince tree are used. The recipe is simple: pour 100 g of leaves with a liter of boiling water and leave to steep for one hour. It is recommended to rinse your hair with this infusion up to three times a week.

Hand recipe

It involves creating an alcohol-based quince tincture. The result is an antibacterial liquid for wiping the skin of your hands and cleansing it. To prepare it, you need to take a quince fruit, peeled from seeds and skin, and pour a glass of vodka or diluted alcohol. Leave the mixture for two weeks, then filter. After this, add 1 tbsp glycerin to the resulting tincture.

Of course, not all recipes for using quince for cosmetic purposes are given here; in fact, there are a lot of them. In this case, methods are described in which a small amount of ingredients is used, which does not affect their effectiveness.

Recipes from quince traditional medicine

In folk medicine, the fruits, seeds, leaves, peel and even bark of the quince tree are also very widely used. To verify this, you can familiarize yourself with several recipes against specific diseases.

Recipe I. For anemia

It is necessary to make syrup from quince pulp. You need to chop it into small pieces and cook. When the mass becomes soft, squeeze out the juice and cook further to obtain a thick consistency.

Recipe II. If kidney function is impaired

In this case, it is recommended to include quince-based tea in your daily diet. Take 1 tbsp for a glass of boiling water. seeds and 1 tbsp. spoon of leaves, add the specified amount of water and cook for five minutes. Then cool and strain through cheesecloth. This tea should be consumed before meals at least 1 tbsp. three times a day.

Recipe III. For bronchial asthma

Quince leaves will help here. It is necessary to pour boiling water over them in the amount of five pieces and cook in a saucepan for about a quarter of an hour. Then remove from heat, cool and squeeze through cheesecloth. Leave to infuse for several hours. Take 3…4 tbsp. at a time before meals three times a day. The water tincture itself can be stored for no more than two days.

Recipe IV. For uterine bleeding

The decoction is prepared from dried quince fruits. You need to take it 1 tbsp. a day before meals, and it is prepared as follows: pour 5 g of dry quince with 50 ml of boiling water.

Recipe V. For swelling and diarrhea

Peel and seed two quince fruits and cut into small pieces. Pour 3 cups of water into a saucepan and cook for 10 minutes over low heat. It is recommended to consume the resulting decoction after an hour of infusion, half a glass a day before meals.

Recipe VI. To normalize digestive processes

Here it is assumed that dry quince partition chambers will be used. Their 1 tbsp. It is necessary to brew it in a glass of boiling water and leave it to brew in a thermos for at least three hours. Infusion take 2 tbsp. three times a day before meals.

Recipe VII. For stomach diseases

The simplest recipe. It is necessary to boil the peeled quince pulp and take 1 tbsp. before eating.

Quince seed recipes

Separately, I would like to talk about the use of quince seeds in folk medicine. As mentioned above, they cannot be taken orally, but it is also possible to make infusions and decoctions from whole seeds, since they, and especially the white part, contain a wide range of useful substances. Below are several recipes using these seeds for various types of diseases.

Recipe I. For constipation

It is supposed to fill the seeds with cold water. The proportions of the infusion of quince seeds and water are 1:20, respectively. Let it brew for several hours, and after this time you can start using it twice a day.

Recipe II. For bronchitis

An infusion of quince seeds is also made in cold water. 1 tbsp. seeds, pour a glass of water and shake the mixture for several minutes. Use the infusion 4 tbsp. a day half an hour before meals.

Recipe III. For heavy periods

You need to boil 8 seeds in 200 ml of boiling water for three minutes. It is recommended to drink this decoction 3 times a day, ½ cup.

Recipe IV. For dry cough

Pour 10 g of seeds into 1 cup of boiling water and cook for up to 15 minutes in a water bath. Then cool the mixture and squeeze well. It is recommended to take this decoction three times a day, 100 ml before meals.

External use

Options for oral administration for various diseases were discussed above. But decoctions and infusions of quince and all its components can also be used for external use. For example, as a lotion for dermatitis or burns.

To do this, you need to brew fresh quince leaves (4 pieces) or dried ones (1 tbsp) in a glass of boiling water and leave for an hour. After the specified time, fold the bandage several times, soak in the resulting infusion and apply to the affected areas of the skin. However, I would like to immediately note that such lotions are not suitable for newly opened wounds.

Another example of the external use of quince is mouth rinse for periodontal disease. To prepare the composition you will need:

1 tsp quince tree bark, previously crushed. Pour 1.5 cups of boiling water and cook everything together in a saucepan for 30 minutes. When the broth is ready, it needs to be cooled and strained.

Quince will also help people with excessive sweating of the feet. In this case, warm baths are recommended. For this you will need 1 tbsp. quince leaves and a glass of boiling water. Cook everything together for 10 minutes, cool slightly and pour into a bowl. It is recommended to soak your feet in this decoction for a quarter of an hour.

Video about the benefits and harms of quince

Japanese quince - benefits and harm

Separately, I would like to mention such a variety of quince as Japanese quince. Now it is he who is popular among Russian gardeners. In this case, they are attracted by the unpretentiousness and frost resistance of this shrub.

As for the content of useful substances in the fruits, their indicator is 4 times higher than that of common quince. Therefore, it is often recommended to dilute its juice with water before drinking. You can also prepare a preparation for the winter from it, which will preserve all the beneficial properties of this fruit.

To prepare it, you will need peeled fruits, minced through a meat grinder, and sugar, all in a 1:1 ratio. Mix all ingredients well and place in a jar with a lid. Store the composition in the refrigerator and consume in the amount of 1 tsp. per day with a glass of water.

In conclusion, I would like to say that many people refuse to eat quince due to the fact that in its raw form it is inedible, but in vain. When heated, quince acquires a sweet and pleasant taste. It is widely used in cooking not only for jams and preserves, but also for preparing various dishes and side dishes. Therefore, one should not underestimate the taste of quince.

And what can we say about its beneficial properties and effect on the human body. Thus, you shouldn’t give up quince, but you just need to know how to prepare it correctly and for what purposes to use it.

Quince existed in Asia 4000 years ago. Some historians believe that its fruits are the same golden apples that grew in the Garden of Eden on a forbidden tree.

Ancient mythology also could not do without this product. It is believed that Paris gave Aphrodite a quince. This is why Aphrodite and her Roman counterpart, Venus, were often depicted holding this fruit in their right hand. On wall mosaics in Pompeii there was a bear holding a quince in its paw.

Plutarch mentions this fruit, which the newlyweds must share among themselves in the wedding chamber. The ancient Greeks threw golden fruits under wedding chariots. The bride ate a piece to sweeten her breath before entering her husband's bedroom. The best fruits of the ancient world reputedly came from a Greek city on the northern coast of Crete. They are still grown here today.

Quince fruits became symbols of love and abundance in the Middle Ages, when they were required to be served at wedding banquets.

Edward Lehr, a British poet who lived for a long time in Greece, mentioned the fruit in his poems: “they dined on minced meat and pieces of quince,” and Shakespeare in his work “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” gave the name “Peter Queens” to one of the peasants. quince" - quince). It was familiar to the British back in the 17th century.

9 healing properties

This is an excellent product for dietary nutrition, it does not contain cholesterol and fat, it has a minimum of sodium (4 mg with an adult daily intake of 550 mg), and there is a lot of copper and dietary fiber (fiber).

1. For weight loss. Quince is rich in fiber, helps digest food, so it is good as part of dietary dishes for people who want to lose weight.
2. For the nervous system. Quince contains many antioxidants that fight free radicals and reduce the risk of cancer; this fruit is superior in its antioxidant properties to pure ascorbic acid. It's no surprise that it combats stress and can be used as a natural sedative.
3. For flu and colds. The fruits have a set of antiviral properties and show good results during the fight against influenza.
4. For stomach ulcers. According to Japanese research, quince treats stomach ulcers.
5. Against cholesterol. Regular consumption helps reduce blood cholesterol levels.
6. In the treatment of hypertension. Quince contains a lot of potassium, a valuable mineral for hypertensive patients.
7. Good for the heart. Vitamin C in quince helps reduce the risk of heart disease.
8. For vision and liver. It is important to eat it for people suffering from eye diseases and liver diseases.
9. Antiemetic. Quince pulp and juice can be used as an antiemetic.

It has antiseptic, diuretic, astringent and analeptic properties. It is effective for liver failure, tuberculosis, dysentery and diarrhea. Especially useful in the form of juice. Fresh juice from quince fruits treats cardiovascular diseases, anemia, digestive tract problems and asthma.

Quince is a monotypic genus of trees in the Rosaceae family. The well-known common quince (or oblong quince) is the only representative of this genus. This ancient fruit crop has been used by people for more than 40 centuries. The fruit was originally discovered in the Caucasus, and then spread to the territory of Asia Minor, Ancient Greece and Rome. At the beginning of the 10th century BC, quince was widely cultivated on the island of Crete. According to some historical sources, the name of the plant genus Cydonia comes from the Cretan city of Sidon. Mention of the fruit in writing is known already in the 7th–8th centuries BC: the famous golden apple, given by Paris to the goddess Aphrodite, was a quince. The ancient Greek philosopher Plutarch wrote that the sweet and tart quince was considered a symbol of family and marriage.

In Ancient Greece, the fruit was called melon kydaion, which gives grounds for the second version of the formation of the genus name. From this country, quince was brought to the Apennine Peninsula. Its characteristics and descriptions of medicinal properties are found in the writings of the ancient Roman writer Pliny the Elder (already in 75 BC, 6 varieties of this plant were cultivated). The first Italian cookbook, created by the famous Apicius, contains a recipe for quince desserts. Drawings of scenes with quince were found in the buildings of destroyed Pompeii; images of culture are also found in works of art of that time.

The quince tree or shrub sheds its leaves throughout the season. The height of the trunk reaches 1.4–5 meters, the branches of the crown rise obliquely. The thin, scaly bark grows brownish-gray on young trees and turns dark brown on older branches. The shoots of the plant have a gray-green tint. The alternate leaves are elliptical or circular in shape, pointed at the apex and wedge-shaped at the base. The upper part is dark green, and the felt pubescence below gives the reverse side a grayish tint. The leaves are 4.8–10 cm long, up to 8 cm wide, and the petiole is elongated up to 2 cm. Falling stipules have glandular hairs.

Single regular flowers are attached to small pubescent pedicels. The five-part calyx remains on the quince when ripe. The pale pinkish or white corolla of flowers is quite large - from 2.2 to 2.5 cm in radius. Quince blooms in late spring and June, and fruit ripening begins in September. The fruits are false apples with five multi-seeded nests. Externally, quince is very similar to a rounded lemon-colored pear, half of the peel of which sometimes has a reddish tint. The radius of wild fruits does not exceed 2 cm, and the diameter of garden quince can reach 15 cm. The pulp with a pleasant smell is a little hard due to the presence of stony cells. The tart, sweet taste of quince sometimes seems a little astringent.

Quince is common in flat areas, on the coasts of water bodies and in the lower belts of mountainous areas. The most comfortable growth conditions for fruit are loose and moist soils. Quince can be found on black soils, flooded lands, alluvial and sandy soils. In the Caucasian foothills, the plant has taken root well on dry soil, like oak, medlar, dogwood, and rose hips. Quince prefers to develop in the vicinity of overgrown reservoirs near Persian parrotia. The plant can withstand both prolonged lack of moisture and its excess (for example, during floods). High fruit yield is observed in quince growing on heavy loams, and early fruits appear on sandy loam soils. Trees from dry soils have smaller fruits, while trees from wet soils are juicy and astringent. Wild quince fruits weigh 50–100 grams, and farmers manage to obtain fruit weighing up to 2 kg. At the same time, in its natural form the tree bears no more than 7–10 fruits.

Nutritional and vitamin value of quince fruits

Quince contains many of the most important components of a healthy diet. 100 g of fruit pulp contains almost 26% of the daily norm of ascorbic acid, 18.7% of vitamin A and 2.8% of vitamin E.

The nutritional value 100 g quince:

• 0.65 g protein
• 0.49 g fat
• 9.58 g carbohydrates
• 3.61 g dietary fiber
• 84.5 g water
• 0.88 g organic acids
• 0.11 g unsaturated fatty acids
• 0.11 g saturated fatty acids
• 7.64 g monosaccharides and disaccharides
• 0.82 g ash
• 2.03 g starch

Vitamins in 100 g of quince:

• 0.42 mg beta-carotene (provitamin A)
• 167.4 mcg retinol equivalent (A)
• 23.05 mg ascorbic acid (C)
• 0.023 mg thiamine (B1)
• 0.042 mg riboflavin (B2)
• 0.21 mg niacin equivalent (NI)
• 0.13 mg vitamin PP
• 0.42 mg tocopherol (E)

Energy value of fresh quince

Quince contains a lot of carbohydrates, water, monosaccharides and disaccharides, and its pulp also contains fiber and ash. The absence of fat and cholesterol makes the fruit a healthy and attractive dietary product.

• The calorie content of 100 g of quince is 48 kcal.
• The calorie content of 1 fruit (approximately 170 g) is 81.6 kcal.

Copper and fiber in quince pulp help speed up digestive processes and burn excess fat.

Minerals in quince

Quince contains many important micro- and macroelements. In particular, 100 g of this exotic fruit provides 5.9% of the daily value of potassium, 3.6% of magnesium and 3.1% of phosphorus. The iron content is even higher: quince covers 16.8% of the daily requirement of this microelement.

Macronutrients in 100 g of quince:

• 23.04 mg calcium (Ca)
• 200.02 mg potassium (K)
• 14.02 mg magnesium (Mg)
• 24.05 mg phosphorus (P)
• 14.03 mg sodium (Na)

Microelements in 100 g of quince:

• 3.03 mg iron (Fe)

Useful properties of quince

• Quince has been used as a medicine since ancient times. Traditional medicine knew that boiled fruits and a decoction of them cures gastrointestinal diseases and improves metabolic processes in the body. Currently, such a remedy is obtained from 10 g of dry quince and 100 ml of boiled water; 1 tablespoon of this decoction before meals causes a healthy appetite and also relieves uterine bleeding. Boiled quince in pureed form is used as an anti-vomiting remedy and to treat liver problems.
• Quince has a positive effect on heart rhythms and helps with diarrhea and jaundice.
• Fresh fruits and juice are a remedy against anemia and cardiovascular diseases, and an effective diuretic.
• Quince fruits have antiseptic and hemostatic effect, and the seeds of the fruit fight inflammation. A decoction of the seeds treats sore throats (2-3 rinses a day are enough) and is used in cosmetology: this composition softens the skin and is applied as a lotion for eye diseases.
• Small pieces of quince, boiled until soft, are used to make a thick syrup used for anemia.
• The high iron content combined with ascorbic acid makes quince an effective way to combat iron deficiency anemia. Fruits will also be useful after prolonged debilitating illnesses, especially with elevated temperature.
• Pectin compounds actively solve intestinal problems. Poultices made from fruits or juice are an excellent remedy for diarrhea and cracks in the colon.
• If you shake quince seeds in a vessel with water, you get a solution with mucus, which can be used as an enveloping, antitussive and expectorant. This medicine helps with childhood bronchitis, reduces discomfort with colitis and diarrhea, and soothes internal tissues with stomach and duodenal ulcers. You can use this mixture externally against burns and skin irritations.
• Dentists know that mucus prepared from whole quince seeds can be used for applications for glossitis, periodontal disease and gingivitis. It should be remembered that quince seeds cannot be crushed, since in this case the poisonous compound amygdalin is extracted from them, which gives the quince the smell of bitter almonds.
• An aqueous infusion is obtained from quince leaves, which has the ability relieve or even stop attacks of bronchial asthma. This remedy is prepared as follows: 5 grams of leaves are poured into one glass of boiling water. The mixture should be boiled in a water bath for 15–20 minutes, then squeezed out and diluted with boiled water to its original volume. The cooled mixture can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. The medicine is taken in doses of 2 tablespoons before meals.
• The works of Avicenna say that quince juice in combination with honey strengthens the stomach and liver, and fresh fruits stabilize digestion. Quince masks were already used in those days to improve the condition of facial skin and its color. Ancient healers preserved a recipe for combating infertility: drink 1 tablespoon of quince juice in the evening for 1–2 weeks.
• Quince leaves and seeds, brewed as tea, help against kidney disease and cardiovascular edema. One tablespoon of dried leaves and seeds in equal proportions is poured into a glass of boiling water and kept for 5-7 minutes over low heat. Next, the mixture is filtered; honey can be added to taste. One tablespoon of the product is taken 3-4 times a day.
• Tea made from the seeds of the fruit is used to combat coughs and acute respiratory infections, as it softens the severe condition of the body and soothes the throat.

Contraindications to the use of quince

Quince contains many useful components, but if used incorrectly it can be harmful. It's important to remember that Quince seeds should be kept whole and should never be crushed or chewed. Amygdalin, released when the bones are destroyed, can cause poisoning, and under the influence of vitamin C its activity increases. There are also several other restrictions.

Japanese quince is a delicious aromatic fruit famous for its healing properties. It is used to treat and prevent many diseases. The pulp, fruit seeds and leaves contain a large amount of useful vitamins and microelements that are vital for the entire human body.

Description

The homeland of quince is the countries of Central Asia and Transcaucasia. Their climate is ideal for the existence of fruit trees or shrubs, although quince is not considered rare in our latitudes. The average height of the plant is 1.5-5 m. Harvest time is autumn. The fruits are pear-shaped or spherical in shape, have a pleasant aroma and tart taste.

Important! Before you start using quince fruits for medicinal or prophylactic purposes, you need to familiarize yourself with its properties, indications and contraindications for use in order to prevent possible negative consequences.

Vitamin composition of quince

Japanese quince is rich in various vitamins, among them are: ascorbic acid and multivitamin A, vitamins C, PP and E, the full composition of group B, disaccharides and monosaccharides.

It is also worth noting that the pulp, peel and seeds of fruits contain:

• iron;
• magnesium;
• calcium;
• copper;

Quince contains a huge amount of vitamins in its fruits

• manganese;
• titanium;
• nickel.

Medicinal properties

Quince fruits, seeds and leaves are used for medicinal and preventive purposes. They are used to prepare: fortified jellies and compotes, homemade marmalade, preserves and jams. Since most vitamins and microelements lose their properties during the cooking process (especially during heat treatment), doctors advise eating whole quince fruits, drinking its freshly squeezed juice, and adding a little to tea.

Not only the fruits themselves, but also the quince foliage have medicinal properties.

Freshly squeezed juice is used as:

• diuretic;
• hemostatic;
• a means for raising and strengthening the immune system after an illness;
• antiseptic substance;
• cosmetic product for skin whitening.

Important! Quince juice is good for anemia, anemia, asthmatic, pulmonary and cardiovascular diseases.

Harm to the body, contraindications for use

In addition to its beneficial properties, the fruit also has a number of contraindications that can cause harm to the entire body.

Healthy recipes for home use

Quince medicines for sore throat, colds or asthmatic diseases

Quince helps get rid of coughs and has expectorant properties, which is very important for colds.

• To treat severe cough, quince leaves or seeds are brewed. The medication is taken 25 ml after meals.

Important! The mucus that is secreted from the seeds coats the walls of the throat, soothes irritated mucous membranes, and has expectorant properties.

• For asthmatic diseases, take freshly squeezed quince juice. It (100 ml) is drunk 30-40 minutes before meals (3-4 times a day).

Delicious jams and compotes are made from quince

Toxicosis during pregnancy

Fresh or baked fruits cope well with vomiting during toxicosis during pregnancy. Their tart taste dulls nausea, which makes you feel much better.

Important! The fruits should be consumed only in moderation (only on the recommendation of doctors).

Diuretic

Quince can be used as a diuretic for hypertension and kidney problems. The infusion will help quickly get rid of swelling. To prepare the infusion you will need 30 g of quince seeds and leaves:

• pour the ingredients into a glass of boiling water;
• cook over low heat (5-6 minutes);
• leave for 5-6 hours (in a dark place at room temperature);
• filter;
• drink 100-150 ml (3-4 times a day).

Quince infusion includes seeds and leaves

Hemostatic agent during “critical” days in women

Bleeding during menstruation is a fairly common problem. Quince infusion will help cope with it. Preparation of the infusion:

• 1 g of undamaged seeds is poured into a glass of boiling water;
• cook for 4-5 minutes over low heat;
• leave for 4-5 hours;
• filter.

Drink 3-4 times a day instead of tea. You can also add lemon or honey to it.

It is very important to observe moderation when using quince as a medicine.

Treatment of other ailments

1. For hair, it is recommended to use an infusion of quince leaves; rinse your hair with it after washing (this is considered a good prevention of early gray hair). The liquid fills the hair with useful substances and strengthens it.
2. Quince infusion helps get rid of anal fissures. I use it to make lotions that treat problem areas.
3. Juice from quince fruits quickly relieves irritation on the skin of the face, whitens it, and lightens freckles.

Quince is a truly useful plant from which you can prepare a large number of medicinal infusions, various lotions and delicious dishes. Plant such a fruit tree on your plot, and your home will always have a natural cure for all sorts of diseases.

What are the benefits of Japanese quince: video

Benefits and harms of quince: photo

Everyone knows that fruits are a storehouse of vitamins that are so necessary for humans. And quince is no exception, whose beneficial properties and contraindications will be described in this material. An interesting feature of this fruit is that it cannot be eaten fresh. Fresh fruits are very hard with a viscous and tart taste. But after heat treatment, it acquires a sweetish taste, and the texture becomes soft, pale pink.

Compound

Chinese and Japanese quince are the “named sisters” of the common quince. Although they look similar in appearance, they belong to a different genus, namely Chaenomeles. The vitamin and mineral composition of quince fruits depends not only on the variety, but also on the place of growth. The data varies slightly, so the average values ​​for all types of plants are given below.

100 g of fruit contains 0.6 g of protein, 0.5 g of fat and 9.6 g of carbohydrates. Nutritional value is 48 kcal. The vitamin composition of the product will help you understand how quince is beneficial for the health of men, women and children:

The beneficial properties of quince are explained by its mineral composition:

1. calcium (23) is needed for the functioning of the nervous system, strengthens bone tissue;
2. magnesium (14) helps muscle function, reduces the likelihood of cramps, as well as their intensity;
3. sodium (14) is the only positively charged ion in the intercellular fluid, therefore it helps to deliver vitamins to the cells through it;
4. potassium (144) helps normalize the body’s water balance, regulates the content of salts and alkalis, and is needed to prevent the formation of edema;
5. phosphorus (24) is part of proteins and bone tissue. Participates in the process of energy metabolism, therefore improves mental and muscle activity;
6. iron (3) is an integral part of hemoglobin, which delivers oxygen from the lungs to the tissues of the body.

Medicinal properties of quince

Due to the absence of cholesterol and low fat content (0.5 g per 100 g of product), Japanese quince is considered a dietary product. Men and women who adhere to a healthy diet include chaenomeles or its juice in their diet. The fiber contained in the fruit normalizes intestinal flora. She, like a sponge, absorbs all harmful toxins and removes them from the body naturally. Like all fruits, chaenomeles contains pectin substances. In quince they occupy about 3% of the total mass. Once in the stomach, pectins are converted into a gel-like substance that envelops the intestinal mucosa, thereby protecting it from irritation. When in contact with toxins, they form an insoluble compound that is naturally eliminated from the body.

The beneficial properties of quince include a large amount of iron. For comparison, apples contain 0.12 mg per 100 g of product, bananas - 0.26 mg, and quinces - 3 mg. Therefore, the product is worth eating to increase hemoglobin and treat iron deficiency anemia, which often occurs in pregnant women. Hypertensive patients should also consume Chinese and Japanese varieties of chaenomeles, because they contain potassium and magnesium. Which contribute to the expansion of blood vessels and their strengthening, which helps normalize blood pressure.

Ascorbic acid, contained in the juice and pulp of the fruit, will help treat colds, strengthen the immune system and reduce the likelihood of cardiovascular diseases. Quince seeds, leaves and juice have an astringent effect, so its use helps with diarrhea.

Quince has great health benefits for pregnant women due to the glucose (2.14 g) and fructose (3.27 g) it contains. They are a source of nutrients for the growth and development of the fetus. The fruit has a weak diuretic effect, so it will help get rid of swelling. Thanks to calcium, phosphorus and magnesium, chaenomeles reduces the risk of congenital pathologies in the development of the unborn baby, because these minerals help form the skeleton, internal organs and central nervous system of the child while still in the pregnant woman’s belly. The fruits of the bush have antiemetic properties, which will help a pregnant woman with toxicosis.

Also, Chinese and Japanese quince should be eaten if you have diabetes, since, thanks to the minerals in its composition, it can slow down the absorption of sugar into the blood. B vitamins together with magnesium increase tissue sensitivity to the pancreatic hormone insulin. Thanks to dietary fiber, which swells the intestines and improves its microflora, chaenomeles can reduce the feeling of hunger in type 1 diabetes. It is important for patients to understand that this feeling does not arise from a lack of food, but because the cells lack glucose due to the lack of insulin. Quince is not capable of causing harm, since its use does not increase blood sugar levels.

Ways to use quince

Not only quince fruits are taken for medicinal purposes, but also its leaves, seeds and juice. Teas are brewed from the leaves, and mucilage is prepared from the seeds. For medicinal purposes, the leaves should be collected in mid-summer, when they do not begin to fade, but have already accumulated nutrients. Dry them at a temperature of 40-50 ˚C, avoiding direct sunlight and stirring periodically so that the leaves do not rot. The material is ready for use if the leaves break when bent. Quince leaves contain vitamin B17, which improves metabolism and normalizes the cardiovascular system. The decoction is useful for people with diabetes of any type; it normalizes blood glucose levels. To prepare the infusion, you need to pour one tablespoon of dry leaves (5 g) with a glass of boiling water (250 g), after completely cooling, use 2 tbsp. spoons 3 times a day before meals, so that the decoction has time to show its enveloping properties before food enters the intestines.

The mucilage from the seeds has an enveloping and softening antiseptic effect, so it is used to prevent intestinal and stomach diseases in men and women. To prepare mucus, pour 5 g of seeds with boiling water (100 g), and then shake for 10 minutes. Take 1 tablespoon after meals, as this will help better digestion of food. It is also used by diabetic patients to lower blood sugar.

Important! Damaged or crushed seeds should not be used, as their juice contains a toxic substance - amygdalin. When it enters the body, it is synthesized into cyanide, which is a poison, so it is very harmful and can lead to poisoning.

The fruit is healthy, both fresh and baked, but eating jams, preserves and compotes made from it is harmful, since sugar is used to prepare them.

Who should not eat quince?

But despite all the benefits, there are a number of contraindications. Japanese quince is harmful to use for constipation due to the astringent and fixative effect of its seeds, leaves, juice and fruits. The pulp and juice of Chaenomeles contain malic acid, so they are contraindicated for people with gastritis or ulcers, because it irritates the gastric mucosa. This acid can also harm tooth enamel, so after eating the fruit you need to rinse your mouth.

Important! While breastfeeding, you should eat Chinese and Japanese quince in small portions, no more than one fruit per day. At the same time, observe the baby’s reaction, because he may be allergic to the product. Which manifests itself as a rash and redness on the body.

The fruit of the Japanese and Chinese quince is covered with fluff, which harms the vocal cords, irritating the mucous membrane of the throat, and can lead to a severe cough. Therefore, chaenomeles is contraindicated for singers, teachers and other people whose work involves public speaking.

• increased sweating;
• weakened immunity, frequent colds;
• weakness, fatigue;
• nervous state, depression;
• headaches and migraines;
• alternating diarrhea and constipation;
• I want sweet and sour;
• bad breath;
• frequent feeling of hunger;
• problems with losing weight;
• decreased appetite;
• night grinding of teeth, drooling;
• pain in the abdomen, joints, muscles;
• cough does not go away;
• acne on the skin.

If you have any of the symptoms or are in doubt about the causes of your ailments, you need to cleanse your body as quickly as possible. How to do it .

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