Guava (peel and flesh) is an excellent antioxidant with a high polyphenol content. It is also an excellent source of vitamin C and contains vitamin A, two vitamins with antioxidant properties. Its vitamin C content is five times higher than orange.
Use of guava.
In traditional medicine, it is one of the most used fruits. Its preparation is simple, it can be eaten as is with or without the peel, plain or cooked. It can be made into jam or jelly. It can be added to sauces, fruit salads, pies, tapioca, ice cream or yogurt. In Mexico, they even mix guava and sweet potato together for an interesting combination. It can also be consumed in the form of juice and its leaves as an infusion.
guava leaves
In infusion, the leaves of this fruit are used to stop diarrhea, relieve nausea and intestinal problems. This preparation also helps relieve sore throats and dizziness. It should be noted that guava contains a powerful antioxidant, quercetin. This antioxidant prevents the formation of sorbitol, the sugar responsible for cataracts (this degenerative eye disease affecting mainly the elderly).
Besides that, guava also contains folic acid, a B vitamin that fights against bad breath and makes gums stronger. Note in passing that pregnant women should consume this fruit without moderation! Indeed, folic acid prevents fetal malformations.
A good fruit to fight against constipation
Guava has a high amount of dietary fiber, which helps prevent and treat constipation. One hundred grams of guava contains an average of 5.3 g of fiber, that is, twice as much as apple, apricot and banana. Chewed or ingested guava seeds have very effective laxative properties. In addition, the consumption of this dietary fruit contributes to the cleansing of the intestines.
Good for weight loss!
Excellent for weight loss diets, guava is rich in fibre, protein, mineral salts and vitamins. Its high fiber content promotes satiety and delays the feeling of hunger. It is therefore an ideal fruit for breaking bad eating habits!
Guava also has the ability to exterminate bacteria, amoebas and fungi that are accumulated in our body.
It helps lower blood sugar levels for type II diabetes and high blood pressure.