Guava is a common fruit found in most tropical and temperate regions of the world. The health benefits of guava include the treatment of diarrhea, dysentery, constipation, cough, cold, skin care, high blood pressure, weight loss and scurvy. Many of you may have tasted this mouth-watering treat, or have at least seen or heard about it. Guava is very common in African and Asian countries but is increasingly available in the western world, particularly as more of its health benefits are now coming to light. It is a somewhat round or pear-shaped seasonal fruit, and is light green, yellow, or maroon in color on the outside when it is ripe.
A Powerhouse Of Nutrients
This popular fruit is a
powerhouse of nutrients. If the traditional adage says that “An apple a day
keeps the doctor away”, the phrase is probably changed to “A few guavas in the
season keeps the doctor away for the whole year”. Its scientific name is Psidium Guajava. What makes guava
special is that protecting the fruit does not require excessive use of chemical
pesticides as in the case of grapes, apple, and other so-called “exotic”
fruits. It is one of the least chemically treated and sprayed fruits.
Guava is very helpful for those who want
to lose
weight without compromising their intake of proteins, vitamins and
fiber. Guava is very high in roughage and rich in vitamins, proteins and
minerals, but it has no cholesterol and a low number of digestible
carbohydrates. It is a very filling snack and satisfies the appetite very
easily. Guava, especially raw guava, also has far less sugar as compared to
apples, oranges, grapes, and other fruit.
A Force Against Diabetes
In a related benefit to blood pressure, an
intake of guava can also help those patients who suffer from diabetes. The
high
level of dietary fiber in guava helps to regulate the absorption of sugar
by the body, which decreases the chances of major spikes and drops in insulin
and glucose in the body. Studies have shown that consuming guava can help
prevent the appearance of type-2 diabetes.
For Vision And Others
Guavas are extremely good sources of vitamin-A,
which is well known as a booster for vision health. It can help slow down
the appearance of cataracts, macular degeneration, and general health of the
eyes. It can not only prevent degradation of eyesight, but even an improvement
in eyesight once it has begun to degrade. One of the most
celebrated and important benefits of adding guava to your diet are its
abilities to inhibit the growth and metastasis of cancerous cells.
There have been numerous studies done in
recent years on guava’s effects primarily on prostate cancer, breast
cancer, and oral cancers. Guava leaf oil is extremely successful as an
anti-proliferative substance, and has actually been shown to be more effective
than some leading modern medicines in reducing cancerous growth. Guavas are
also rich in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that has been shown to be
wildly successful in reducing prostate cancer risk. That same antioxidant has
also shown to inhibit the growth of breast cancer cells, although further human
trials need to be done.
An Edge Over Other Similar Fruits
Guava can outdo many other fruits, including
orange and other citrus fruits, in terms of its concentration of vitamin-C.
A deficiency of vitamin-C can cause scurvy, and proper intake of
vitamin-C is the only known remedy for that dangerous disease. In fact, guavas
contain 5X more vitamin-C than oranges, which are often heralded as the
absolute best source of that beneficial vitamin.
Guava is very rich in astringents
(compounds that make your gums feel tighter and fresher). After you chew
guava leaves, eat a raw guava, or use some guava-based toothpaste), your mouth
feels healthier, and the astringent qualities also add substance to loose
bowels and reduce symptoms of diarrhea. These astringents are alkaline in
nature and have disinfectant and anti-bacterial properties, thus helping to
cure dysentery by inhibiting microbial growth and removing extra mucus from the
intestines.
Control Of Hormones
Guavas are a good source for copper, which
is an important part of regulating thyroid metabolism by helping to control
hormone production and absorption. The thyroid gland is one of the most
important glands in the body for regulating hormones and organ system function,
so guava can help balance your health in many ways. Guava is one of the richest
sources of dietary fiber in terms of fruit. Its seeds, if ingested
whole or chewed, serve as excellent laxatives.
Juice of raw and immature guavas or a
decoction of guava-leaves is very helpful in relieving coughs and colds by
reducing mucus, disinfecting the respiratory tract, throat and lungs, and
inhibiting microbial activity with its astringent properties. Guava has one of
the highest quantities of vitamin-C and iron among fruits, and both are proven
to be preventive against colds and viral infections. In some areas
of India, roasted ripe guava is used as a remedy against extreme cases of
cough, cold, and congestion. Ripe guava
should be avoided by people who are suffering from cough and cold, as it can
exacerbate the problem. One should also avoid drinking water immediately after
eating guava as it can lead to a sore throat.
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