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There are fruits that I don't like
taking and Guava falls in the category of those fruits I barely take. So it’s
not really one of my best but then I started taking it when I came to find out
the health benefits and I am actually enjoying it now. Guava is a common fruit
in Nigeria. So the next time you come across it, grab as much as you can.
Guava has a high content of Vitamins
C, A, B2, E and K, Fiber, Calcium, Copper, Folate, Iron, Manganese, Phosphorus
and Potassium. Below are benefits of Guava and why you should take eating it
seriously.
1. Treatment of DIARRHEA
1. Treatment of DIARRHEA
When suffering from diarrhea, drink
guava leaf tea a few times a day. This tea will cause fewer stools, lessen
abdominal pain, lessen watery stools and promote a quick recovery.
Guava fruit is also good for the
digestive tract. Its antibacterial property helps clean the digestive tract,
discouraging bacterial and microbial growth and its fiber content promotes
digestion and proper excretion.
To prevent stomach-related problems,
chew guava leaves or eat a guava daily.
2.
DIABETES Control
The rich fiber content and low
glycemic index of guava are extremely beneficial for diabetic people. While
fiber helps regulate sugar levels, the low glycemic index inhibits a sudden
spike in sugar levels.
Eating 1 to 2 guavas can be helpful
in maintaining your blood sugar level. Those who are at risk of developing
diabetes can help prevent it by drinking guava leaf tea. To make the tea:
Dry the tender guava leaves and
crush them into a powder.
Add 1 tablespoon of crushed guava leaves to a cup of hot water.
Cover and allow it to steep for 5 minutes, and then strain it.
Drink this tea once daily.
Add 1 tablespoon of crushed guava leaves to a cup of hot water.
Cover and allow it to steep for 5 minutes, and then strain it.
Drink this tea once daily.
3.
IMMUNITY Improvement
Due to its high vitamin C content,
guava plays an important role in improving your immunity. In addition, guava’s
anti-inflammatory action and its ability to inhibit inflammatory molecules like
prostaglandins help keep you disease free.
Eat 1 guava daily to develop
resistance against common diseases like coughs, colds and the flu. You can also
enjoy guava in smoothies or drink a cup of tea made from guava leaves daily.
4.
Lowers Risk of CANCER
The anticancer properties of guava
come from the compounds like lycopene, quercetin, vitamin C and various
polyphenols present in it. These compounds work as potent antioxidants that
help neutralize free-radical damage in the body, which can cause cancer.
According to a study published in
the journal Nutrition and Cancer, researchers concluded that guava extract
could help reduce the size of prostate tumors. In fact, regular intake of guava
extract can help reduce the incidence of prostate cancer in men.
Regular intake of guava can also
help prevent other types of cancer, including breast, mouth, skin, stomach,
colon and lung cancer.
5. Guava is a rich source of
Vitamin A that helps maintain a healthy, clear cornea and protects the cells in
your eyes. In addition, the vitamin C in guava promotes healthy capillaries and
helps maintain proper functioning of retinal cells.
Regular intake of this fruit will
help improve your eyesight. It can also help slow down the development of
cataracts and macular degeneration, two common vision problems that occur with
age.
6. Improves SKIN health
Guava, especially red guava,
contains strong antioxidant properties. Antioxidants help neutralize free
radicals that can damage your body at the cellular level.
This can lead to signs of aging like
wrinkled and saggy skin, dryness and a dull complexion. The vitamin C in guava
stimulates production of collagen and elastin, the structural proteins that
help keep your skin firm and elastic.
Moreover, the astringent properties
in unripe guava and the guava leaves help improve skin texture, protect it from
the damaging effects of the sun’s ultraviolet rays and prevent problems like
acne and pimples.
7. Regulates THYROID HEALTH
Guava is a good source of copper,
which is important for thyroid health, one of the most important glands in the
body for regulating hormones and organ system function. Copper helps control
hormone production and absorption, which in turn regulates thyroid functioning.
This fruit also has potassium and
powerful anti-inflammatory properties that can help improve thyroid
functioning. Moreover, guava facilitates weight loss and improves energy.
8. Oral Health
The Guava leaves have
anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antimicrobial properties that help reduce gum
inflammation and leave your breath fresh and clean.
You can use guava leaves to cure
toothaches, swollen gums and oral ulcers. You can also use the twigs of guava
trees like a toothbrush or as a chewing stick for cleaning your teeth.
To maintain oral health, simply chew
1 or 2 tender guava leaves daily. You can also make a homemade mouthwash by
boiling 5 to 6 tender guava leaves in water. Allow the solution to cool to a
warm temperature and add some salt. Swish the mouthwash thoroughly around your
mouth and teeth once or twice daily.
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