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Is it safe to have Quinces during pregnancy?

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Are there any nutritional benefits of having quinces during pregnancy?

Quinces - also known as 

Cydonia oblonga, supurgillu, safarjal, Perishin, Cydonian pome, Bedana, Cognassier, Coing, Coudonnier, Cydonia vulgaris, Marmelo, Membrillo, Pommier de Cydon, Pyrus cydonia, Quitte, Quittenbaum.
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Are there any nutritional benefits of having quinces during pregnancy

Quinces are a popular fruit in south-west Asia and hence, have a cultural significance in these countries. Additionally, as per the Islamic beliefs, having quinces during pregnancy led to wiser children.
Based on scientific evidence as well, having quinces extracts can alleviate digestive disorders, including stomach and intestinal pain as well as diarrhea in expectant mothers. They are also rich in vital nutrients like vitamins A, C and B6 that are essential for the prenatal growth of your baby. Hence, quinces are a good addition to your pregnancy diet.

Good source of
Calcium, Copper, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Niacin, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Sodium, Thiamin, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C,
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