When last did you eat a guava? I bet you enjoy this delicious and nutritious fruit as much as I do. I want to discuss some Health benefits of Guava fruit you didn’t know before now. Stick around to find out.
Guavas originated in Central and South America. The Spanish explorers took it along on their journeys and as a result, it found a home in other parts of the world.
Guavas look and taste great, and are loaded with essential nutrients which the human body needs. For instance, a single guava can supply you with twice your daily requirement of Vitamin C. It is also rich in calcium, potassium, Vitamin A, and healthy fiber.
Here are some health benefits of Guava fruit.
Guava is great for losing weight
If you are looking to lose weight, or want to avoid fluid retention and eat more healthily, guava is perfect for you. It contains very few calories, fat, and protein.
In addition, it is recommended for people who suffer from loss of appetite. The leaves of this fruit consumed in the form of tea convert complex carbohydrates into sugars and reduce the feeling of hunger.
Guava is recommended for diabetes and cholesterol
In recent times, diabetes and cholesterol are two common health problems facing modern man. For diabetes, guava tea lowers blood glucose levels without increasing insulin production. For those with high bad cholesterol (LDL), it is also advisable to drink this infusion, which does not harm the level of good cholesterol (HDL).
Guava fights digestive problems
For hundreds of years, this fruit has been used to reduce the symptoms of many gastro-intestinal problems. To date, several studies have shown that guava is useful for:
- eliminating diarrhea
- reducing intestinal colic
- relieving inflammation of the intestines
- fighting stomach problems
- eliminating food poisoning
- reducing the gastrointestinal inflammatory process (eg acute colitis)
- fighting bacteria that harm the intestines
- treating constipation
- Fighting parasites and intestinal worms
- relieving irritable bowel syndrome
Guava helps treat oral problems
If you have sores in your mouth, or if your gums are inflamed, drink an infusion of guava leaves. Guava also helps in healing canker sores and wounds, and it fights toothache, bleeding gums and mouth ulcers. In these cases, it is advisable to chew a few leaves.
Remedy for circulation problems and Anemia
Guava thus can strengthen capillaries and keep them healthy. It also gives them elasticity, and prevents them from aging prematurely. This fruit is also ideal for combating varicose veins and also improving blood circulation in the extremities. It also increases the amount of white blood cells when the person has anemia, immune disease, or deficiencies. In all cases, it should be consumed in the form of smoothies.
Conclusion
Did you find this helpful? Let us know in the comments section below. Guava has numerous benefits to the body, as a plant curative properties, and disease preventive solution. Eat more guavas to stay healthy.