Quince

Cydonia oblonga

Golden, fragrant fruit of the quince tree, tart and inedible raw but delicious cooked, rich in pectin and fibre — a valued ally for transit and digestive comfort.

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✓ Benefits

✓ Very rich in pectin: regulates transit and soothes the intestinal lining
✓ Astringent: traditionally used against diarrhoea
✓ Source of fibre, potassium and vitamin C
✓ Antioxidant (polyphenols, tannins)
✓ Low in calories, promotes satiety

! Contraindications

• Not to be eaten raw (tart, highly astringent flesh)
• ⚠️ Pips should never be chewed or swallowed (cyanogenic compounds)
• Astringent effect: caution in case of constipation
• Rich in sugars once processed (jelly, liqueur): moderation in case of diabetes

This information is provided for guidance only and is not a substitute for medical advice. In case of doubt, ongoing treatment, pregnancy or breastfeeding, seek the advice of a healthcare professional.

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Our products with quince

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Quince Liqueur

Ripe Normandy quinces slowly steeped in alcohol with star anise, cinnamon, vanilla and orange zest. An amber liqueur, round and delicately spiced, to enjoy well chilled at the end of a meal.

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