Can fresh loquat help relieve cough?

Generally, fresh loquat can have an auxiliary relieving effect on certain cough symptoms, but its effectiveness should be assessed comprehensively according to the underlying causes, individual body constitution, and methods of consumption. Detailed analysis is as follows:

Loquat pulp contains trace amounts of amygdalin, which can be metabolized in the body into hydrogen cyanide, providing a mild cough-suppressing effect. Components such as citric acid and malic acid can stimulate saliva secretion, alleviating dryness of the throat; vitamin C enhances the resistance of respiratory mucosa. Loquat is considered cool in nature, with a sweet and sour taste, affecting the lung and spleen meridians. It helps moisten the lungs, relieve cough, and promote body fluid production to quench thirst, making it suitable for cough caused by lung heat.

If cough is caused by other factors, such as allergic cough, bronchitis, pneumonia, etc., simply consuming fresh loquat may not achieve a significant cough-relieving effect. Due to its cooling nature, loquat may cause abdominal pain and diarrhea in individuals with spleen and stomach deficiency-cold. People with allergic constitutions should be cautious when consuming loquat to avoid possible allergic reactions.

If cough persists for more than three days, or is accompanied by symptoms such as fever and difficulty breathing, prompt medical attention is advised. At the same time, maintaining healthy lifestyle habits and avoiding smoking and exposure to harmful gases can help alleviate cough symptoms.