Quince

Quince ( Good for weight reduction )

This e not familiar with quince might think it is a variety of pear, but they would be greatly dissapointed with the first bite because of its acidic taste, which neatly makes it impossible to eat. Quince is a nutrient-dense fruit step. It is an excellent source of vitamin A, C, E, fiber, potassium, copper and iron. They contain a high level of pectin content, they are popular for use in jams, jellies, and preserves.

Uses and preparation of quince fruit
Raw : It has harseh acid taste, which makes it virtually inedible even when it is ripe.
Quince jelly: This is prepared traditionally by cooking quince fruit in water and converting it to paste to which it's own weight in sugar added. Some manufacturers uses brown sugar which is Minerals and more healthful than white sugar.
Healing power/health benefits of quince Helps in cancer prevention
Quince is rich in antioxidant vitamins ( vitamin A, C, E), which help the body fight and neutralize the action of free radicals that cause cancer.
Regular consumption of quince helps lower cholesterol.
Cholesterol circulates in the blood in several different combinations of fats and proteins; these are called lipoproteins. Most of the cholesterol occurs in the form of low-density lipoproteins or the 'bad' cholesterol. The more you have them in the blood, the greater the risk of developing coronary artery disease. The fiber in quince fruits reduces cholesterol levels in humans and animals by absorbing them and the are eliminated with faeces.
Ideal fruit for weight reduction. Being rich is dietary fiber and calorie, quince is good for those people trying to lose weight and maintain a healthy body.
Cures anaemia. Consumption of quince fruit helps prevent anaemia because of its richness in vitamins and minerals, especially iron. This healing power /health benefits makes it highly suitable food for anaemic and undernourished.
Helps in prevention of eyes disorders. Those suffering from eye and lover diseases would surely benefit from regular quince consumption because of its high vitamin content, especially vitamin A.
Prevents constipation ( difficult in evacuating of faeces). This fruit's high cellulose fiber stimulates intestinal movement and promotes elimination of faeces thereby prevents / cures constipation.
Prevents / treat cardiovascular disorders. Quince fruits in general are very rich in potassium ( a nutrient that is essential for proper functioning of the heart) . They are also rich in antioxidant vitamins content (A, C and E) which contributes to a healthy artery and regeneration of arterial walls thereby prevents health disease.