Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Quince (Cydonia oblonga) has a long history of traditional use in various cultures for the prevention and treatment of colds and other respiratory ailments. In traditional Persian and Turkish medicine, quince seeds have been used to prepare soothing drinks thought to alleviate sore throats and coughs, and the fruit itself is sometimes consumed to support overall respiratory health. The rationale often centers on the mucilaginous polysaccharides present in quince seeds, which can form a gel-like substance believed to soothe irritated mucous membranes.

However, scientific validation is limited. While laboratory studies have identified antioxidant and mild anti-inflammatory properties in quince extracts, there is insufficient clinical research in humans to confirm the effectiveness of quince for preventing or treating colds. No large-scale randomized controlled trials have established quince as an effective preventive agent against viral respiratory infections. Thus, while its use for colds is rooted in traditional practices and some plausible biochemical activity, the strength of the supporting evidence is modest and primarily historical rather than scientific.

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