2024 Author: Jasmine Walkman | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-16 08:29
We are accustomed to the fact that before consuming a fruit we must peel it and be sure to remove its seeds, if any. This part of the plant is usually harder, difficult to digest and this is the reason to ignore it. This in most cases deprives us of a variety of nutrients.
Each seed is rich in biologically active substances that are a catalyst for biochemical processes in the body. In the seeds is the essence of the genetic material from which the plant develops. Its consumption renews the body, charges it with the power of the fruit.
Another advantage of the seed is that it is a ballast and improves the passage of the intestine. As they collect all the nutrients of the whole plant, the seeds have a positive effect on health. For this purpose it is necessary to tear the hard shell, because otherwise the body throws them away unused.
From this base we can predict what it can give us quince seeds. In addition to vitamins A and C; most B vitamins; minerals such as potassium, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium and sugars, the seed gives in addition more substances that serve medicinal purposes.
There is a large percentage of mucus in the seed coat. Soaking produces a solution of mucus, which has a emollient and anti-inflammatory effect in inflammation of the respiratory organs and digestive system.
Recommended quince seeds to soak in cold water to prevent the extraction of the glycoside amygdalin, which is a poisonous substance. The extract is used in laryngitis, pharyngitis and gastroenteritis complaints.
Herbalists advise taking quince seeds when taking stomach irritants so that the mucous substance can suppress the harmful effects of the drug.
In a suitable solution, the seed is also used against cracked and burnt skin. For external use, a medicine is prepared by soaking the seeds in water and shaking them actively until a mucous liquid is obtained.
In folk medicine, it is recommended for persistent cough to drink a decoction of quince seeds mixed with the herb coltsfoot.
With boiled quince seeds in the past, breastfeeding mothers were anointed because of the anti-inflammatory effect that the seeds of this wonderful fruit have.
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