Medlars
Medlars come closest in composition to that of apples. Apart from fresh, they can be taken in the form of sweets and jams.
Like any other fruit, medlars contain a rich compilation of nutrients, vitamins and minerals. They contain high levels of vitamins A, B, C, as well as the minerals iron, calcium, potassium, sodium, phosphorus and others.
Medlars also owe their beneficial properties to fiber, starch, pectin and organic acids, especially malic, citric and tartaric.
Only 47 calories are contained in 100 g of pure product. However, this amount is sufficient to help purify the blood and strengthen blood vessels. Taking medlars, apart from being a delight for the palate, is also a delight for the work of the bile, kidneys and liver.
It calms the nerves and improves digestion. It is included in some diet regimens, as it helps burn fat. Medlars are given to young children as the fruit stimulates growth.
Unripe medlar fruits are used in folk medicine. They, along with the seeds, are used to treat angina, asthma and bronchitis. Well-ripened ones are part of recipes for gastrointestinal diseases and renal colic.