Health Benefits of Eating Guava Fruit

The guava tree, is known as Psidium guajava L., is native to Latin America. It is a tropical fruit that grows in dry or humid heat. Both of the plant and the leaves are edible, with the fruit most often eaten as a snack and the leaves are commonly boil into an herbal tea. Many people enjoy the guava fresh off the tree. But it can be juiced or incorporated into various foods like fruit jam and pastes. The texture of guava fruit is similar to pears but with a little more crunch. They have a sweet, tropical flavor that instantly takes the taste buds on an island vacation. The fruits are amazingly rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, potassium and fiber.

Boost Your Heart

Guava fruits may help boost heart health in a number of ways. Many scientists believe that the high levels of antioxidants and vitamins in guava leaves may help to protect heart from damage by free radicals. This leaf extract has been link to lower blood pressure, a decrease in “bad” LDL cholesterol and a rise in “good” HDL cholesterol.

Improve Digestion

One of the key nutrients found in guava fruit is fiber. Fiber has been shown to help with good digestion by both solidifying and softening stool. It can ease the symptoms of both diarrhea and constipation.

Blood Sugar Control

It’s  leaf has been used in traditional folk medicine from many years, but recent research has highlighted its role in blood sugar control. The hypoglycemic effects of the tree leaves have been well-document over the years, and a 2016 study found that eating guava without the peel is also effective in lowering blood sugar levels. While guava fruit cannot replace a medical prescription, but it may be a lifestyle choice that can support routine diabetes care.

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