Evidence supporting the use of: Qunice
For the health condition: Chest Pain

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Quince (Cydonia oblonga) has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in regions such as the Middle East, Mediterranean, and parts of Asia. Traditionally, quince fruit, seeds, or syrup have been used for a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, sore throat, and sometimes chest pain or discomfort—often associated with respiratory conditions rather than cardiac causes. The mucilaginous extract from quince seeds has been used as a soothing agent for the throat and chest, presumably to relieve irritation or cough, which can be perceived as "chest pain" in some traditional contexts.

However, there is little to no robust scientific evidence specifically supporting quince for the treatment of chest pain, especially chest pain of cardiac origin (angina, myocardial infarction, etc.). Scientific studies on quince have focused more on its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties, as well as its benefits for certain gastrointestinal and respiratory conditions. But these do not directly translate into validated treatment for chest pain. Thus, its use for this purpose is upheld primarily by tradition, with minimal evidence from modern clinical research.

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