Guava is a popular fruit in Asian countries, especially in Vietnam. Native to Central America, guava is widely grown in tropical and subtropical regions. In many parts of the world, this fruit is known not only for its delicious taste but also for being a popular remedy for many health problems.
Guava fruit is fragrant, delicious and nutritious. (Illustration)
The effect of guava
According to the research results from the Data Center of the Ministry of Agriculture Food (USDA), guava are rich sources of vitamins (especially C, A, E, B); minerals such as magnesium, potassium, sodium, calcium, zinc and fiber. Each 100g contains 68 calories raw guava; 8,92g sugar; 0,95g fat ‘5.4g fiber; 14,32g carbohydrate; 228,3mg vitamin C; 624 IU of vitamin A and 417mg of potassium.
Due to the high content of vitamin C, guava has a great effect on strengthening the immune system and helping with anti-oxidants. A Taiwanese study, published in 2007 in the Journal of Food Chemistry showed a protective effect of guava, which helps fight the harmful effects of free radicals in our body.
A study published in the Indian Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research in 2016 showed that guava, when eaten with the skin on, can help lower blood sugar levels. Japanese researchers also found that guava leaves can help treat type 2 diabetes.
Many people do not like to eat guava seeds, but this part also has its own value. (Illustration)
Guava is also good for the heart. A study published in 2016 in the American Journal of Diagnostic and Clinical Research found evidence that guava can help lower LDL or bad cholesterol and increase HDL or good cholesterol levels.
Additionally, guava leaves also have its effect. In many countries like India and China, guava leaves are used as a method of treatment of diarrhea at home. Vietnam also used young guava buds to eat, help stop diarrhea. The antioxidant in guava leaves can weaken the Staphylococcus aureus bacteria cause diarrhea. Additionally, guava leaves can help improve skin health. Guava leaf tea can reduce bad cholesterol levels within six to eight weeks. In Mexico, foil stamping pounding sometimes also used to heal wounds, or help relieve menstrual cramps in women.
The Japanese also used guava leaf tea as a medication to treat diabetes. Guava leaves adjust blood sugar levels and prevent the assimilation of sucrose and maltose at a certain level.
The components in guava leaves have the ability to prevent the conversion of carbohydrates into sugar, so guava leaf tea is also very good for weight loss. Another study shows that the antioxidant lycopene in guava leaves can effectively fight prostate cancer, breast cancer and oral cancer.
Guava peel, guava leaves… all have health benefits. (Illustration)
Some other studies have shown that the antibacterial properties of guava leaves can help cure toothaches, mouth ulcers and jaw bone infections… Experts say that drinking guava leaf tea can help prevent falls. hair, insomnia.
There are many ways to enjoy a guava. You can slice it, dip it in a pinch of salt, or mix it with yogurt, juice, or make smoothies. Guava leaves, meanwhile, can also be used to create herbal teas.
The benefits of guava cannot be denied, therefore, doctors and nutritionists recommend eating guava.
Who should not eat guava?
Guava is rich in vitamin C and fructose, which can cause bloating. Characterized our body hardly absorbs too much vitamin C or fructose, leading to the existence of excess, causing flatulence. If you eat guava and go to bed, you will feel very full. Best to eat guava limited when you are in a state of poor digestion, bloating or irritable bowel syndrome or diabetes.
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