Quince fruit benefits vs damage

 Quince fruit benefits vs damage

 

Quince is a delicious and nutritious fruit, and it is often eaten in the form of jam, but what about the damage of quince? This is what we will know in the following article.

 

Before eating quince, you must first know the most important health complications that may result from eating it, so we will discuss in the following lines the damages of quince:

 

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Quince damage

Let us learn about the most prominent potential quince damage in the following:

 

1. The risk of cyanide poisoning

 

Quince pulp contains small seeds that contain cyanide in its natural composition, and cyanide is a substance that may make quince seeds toxic. 

 

So, although eating quince pulp is generally safe, eating quince seeds is not. Oral consumption of these seeds may cause health complications associated with their toxic cyanide content.  

 

2. Health complications in the digestive system

 

Eating quince can cause certain health complications in the digestive system , especially when this fruit is consumed excessively or in its raw form, such as the following complications: 

 

A general feeling of discomfort in the throat. 

Gas and flatulence. 

Diarrhea. 

 

3. Allergic complications 

 

The list of potential quince damage includes allergic reactions, as dealing with quince fruit can stimulate the emergence of allergic reactions in some, and these may be embodied in the form of the following allergic symptoms: 

 

Itch.

hives or rash;

Breathing accompanied by a kind of wheezing or wheezing.

You may be more likely than others to experience allergic reactions when dealing with quince if you are already allergic to certain fruits that are related to quince, such as the following fruits: apples, peaches, pears, and apricots.

 

4. Negative effect on the effect of medicines 

 

Potential quince damage may include negatively affecting the effect and mechanism of action of certain types of medicines, as quince contains a soft type of dietary fiber  scientifically known as latex or vegetable gel.

 

This type of fiber can disrupt the ability of the gastrointestinal tract to absorb the full amount of active substances in many medications, especially when quince is taken in conjunction with medications. 

 

5. Other quince damages 

 

In addition to all that has been discussed above, quince may have many other damages as well, including the following:

 

Health complications that can affect pregnant and breastfeeding women.

respiratory disorders ; Most notably problems related to sniffing and aspiration.  

Skin irritation, especially when exposed to raw quince peels.  

Infections and swelling.  

 

Quince cons 

 

After we have touched on the damages of quince, we have to point out that there are some negatives associated with the fruits of quince, which, although they are not included in the list of quince damages, may make eating quince undesirable for some, especially in its raw form as follows:

 

The quince pulp is hard even when these fruits are fully ripe, which can make the fruit difficult to cut in its raw form.  

Quince has a natural pungent and acidic taste. 

Therefore, because of the difficulty of eating it raw, unlike other   common fruits, you may not be able to find quince easily in the shops, and if you can find it, it is recommended to cook it the way you prefer first before eating it. Cooking the quince pulp may help soften it and enhance the sweetness of its taste  .

 

Recommendations to avoid quince damage

 

Taking some measures and adhering to some recommendations can make you less vulnerable to potential quince damage. Here is a list of the most prominent of these recommendations: 

 

Take care to get rid of quince seeds and avoid consuming them completely. 

Consult a doctor before taking quince with medicines , and ensure that there is an interval of at least an hour between taking quince and medicines, and avoid taking quince in conjunction with oral medicines.  

Sufficient to eat quince only in moderation and avoid eating large quantities of it, and avoid eating quince raw as much as possible.  

Stop eating quince immediately when you notice any strange symptoms that may be an indication of allergic reactions. 

Avoid quince by those who are allergic to it, and be careful when dealing with quince for the first time by people who are allergic to other fruits similar to quince, such as: peaches, apricots, and apples . 

 

The benefits of quince 

 

After we have touched on the damage of quince, let us learn about the potential benefits of quince: 

 

Reducing the chances of contracting the digestive system with certain diseases, thanks to the quince content of dietary fiber and some other important compounds, especially the following diseases: diverticulitis and ulcerative colitis.

Cancer resistance , the natural quince formula is rich in plant compounds that may help inhibit the division of cancer cells and stimulate their death, which may contribute to resisting the growth and spread of cancerous tumors.

Strengthening blood pumping in the body in general and in the scalp in particular, and regulating blood pressure levels, thanks to the quince content of important nutrients for the circulatory system, such as: potassium, iron, and zinc.

Reducing excess weight, as this fruit is rich in saturated dietary fiber, and its natural composition can contribute to enhancing metabolism.

Other benefits, such as: getting rid of skin impurities, resisting wrinkles, strengthening the immune system's defenses , and alleviating allergic reactions.