Health Benefits of Guava

May 4, 2022

7 Health Benefits of Guava

Guava is a tropical fruit native to Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and South America. Its skin is typically yellow or light green. Guava tastes like a cross between pineapple and strawberry, with flesh similar to a pear. This fruit is loved by many and also has health benefits just like other fruits.

1. Heart healthy

Guava fruit improve the levels of the good cholesterol (HDL) in the human body. This particular fruit also helps to improve the balance of sodium and potassium in the body. Thereby regulating blood pressure in patients with hypertension.

Equally, guava reduces the levels of bad cholesterol which is one of the developers of heart diseases.

2. Guava helps treat constipation

As weird as it may sound, guavas actually help relieve constipation. This fruit is among the richest sources of dietary fiber which is very good for the digestive system. Guava seeds actually act as excellent laxatives too, which ease the formation of healthy bowel movements.

3. Guava helps improve eyesight

Guava contains vitamin A which is a good for the eye’s health. This fruits help prevent eyesight degradation, improves eyesight, slows down the appearance of cataracts and macular degeneration.

4. Guava During Pregnancy

Guava’s contain folic acid and vitamin B-9 which is highly recommended for pregnant women. These nutrients actually help in the development of the baby’s nervous system and it also protects the baby from neurological disorders.

5. Guava leaves ease Toothache

Guava leaves contain anti-inflammatories and a powerful antibacterial ability which fights infection and kills germs. The juice of guava leaves is known to cure toothaches, swollen gums and oral ulcers. This therefore makes this a good home remedy for toothaches.

6. Guavas help ease cough and cold

The juice of raw and immature guavas or a decoction of guava-leaves is very helpful in relieving cough and cold since it helps get rid of mucus and disinfects the respiratory tract, throat and lungs.

7. Contain Anti-Ageing Properties

Guavas are rich in vitamin A, vitamin C and antioxidants like carotene and lycopene which help protect the skin from wrinkles.

Other Benefits

Lowers Risk of Cancer
Immunity Booster
Diabetes-Friendly
Stress-buster

Side Effects of Consuming Guavas;

Guava is generally safe and nutritious for most people. However, the fruit contains compounds that may not be good for everyone. People with some health issues are not advised to consume guavas;

Gastrointestinal issues: You should avoid guava if you develop any unpleasant symptoms such as nausea or abdominal discomfort upon eating it.
Eczema: People with eczema should avoid guava leaf extract because it contains chemicals that can cause skin irritation and may even worsen the symptoms.
Before surgery: Avoid using guava as a medicine or supplement at least two weeks before surgery because guava can lower blood sugar levels and increase the risk of bleeding.

44 Comments

Valentine Guinyui on May 4, 2022 at 3:15 am

Thanks to u our health expert so educational
Bishop Louis on May 4, 2022 at 3:40 am

Thanks alot ma’am
Anonymous on May 4, 2022 at 4:17 am

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Asenkan Rosette on May 4, 2022 at 4:21 am

Comment Thanks so much I’m going to try it for toothache
Hycenter on May 4, 2022 at 5:08 am

WoW thanks for sharing mum
Muke Emmillienne on May 4, 2022 at 5:21 am

Waohhh I’m really very impressed
Lilian Ngokwi on May 4, 2022 at 5:22 am

Thanks so much ma
Desmond Tasiki on May 4, 2022 at 8:03 am

Wow so interesting thanks mom
Agnes Bih on May 4, 2022 at 11:15 am

Thanks mam
ANNETTE NCHIE on May 4, 2022 at 1:14 pm

I love guavas
Mildretesih on May 4, 2022 at 5:33 pm

You forgot excess consumption will give you pile???? all here can give feedback when they were kids that they couldn’t poop for days due to excess
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Makemdaniella on May 5, 2022 at 6:07 am

Guava is a very nice fruit
Liz on May 5, 2022 at 3:47 pm

You are the best. Thanks for all
Bernadette Sanji on October 13, 2022 at 4:02 am

Amazing benefits
Bishop Louis on October 13, 2022 at 4:06 am

Wanderful benefits Doc
Blssing child on October 13, 2022 at 4:10 am

I never like Guava now I learned thank you Dr.?
ngwator queenival on October 13, 2022 at 4:12 am

Great benefits thanks Dr. Kiffa
Ngum frankline on October 13, 2022 at 4:13 am

Thanks very much for sharing mum
Cheche Rose on October 13, 2022 at 4:15 am

One of my best fruits I remember back then in the village when we had this local toilets I will always eat guava even in the toilet ????
Lizette bizik on October 13, 2022 at 4:16 am

Thanks mum
Leniter Afumbom on October 13, 2022 at 4:19 am

Thank you mummy. I so much love when you give health benefits of things around me in very happy cus they’re available. I don’t really like Guava but will start eating it now. Thank you mummy ❤️
Tricia keng on October 13, 2022 at 4:36 am

Wow,IV learnt new things today
Belibright on October 13, 2022 at 4:57 am

Love guava so much thanks mum
Wutoh Honorine Teneng on October 13, 2022 at 5:02 am

Thanks for sharing ma
ANNETTE NCHIE on October 13, 2022 at 5:08 am

Thank you for sharing mom
Kofon Beatrice on October 13, 2022 at 5:33 am

Thank you so much Doc. I just love reading from this site bc I most get one or two things from it. Thank you ma
Fonyuy Catherine on October 13, 2022 at 6:08 am

Thank you mommy doc. This is enriching
Herodia Tanya on October 13, 2022 at 6:16 am

Thank you for sharing mum ❤️
Beryl Nanain on October 13, 2022 at 6:24 am

Thank you
Ndashi ivy on October 13, 2022 at 7:43 am

So amazing.
Thanks mom
Sunjo Kellidia on October 13, 2022 at 8:30 am

Thank you for this mom
Mildretesih on October 13, 2022 at 8:59 am

I love guavas. Another sidde effect is eating excess guava will result to instant pile
Brenda on October 13, 2022 at 9:01 am

This some I don’t like ??
Alice Alice on October 13, 2022 at 9:21 am

Thank you so much mother so helpful
Zena Veggies on October 13, 2022 at 10:33 am

Thanks for sharing ma’am
Anshi Carine Beri on October 13, 2022 at 10:47 am

This is amazing. Thank you mummy. We sincerely appreciate your labor of love❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️????
Muke Emmillienne on October 13, 2022 at 11:56 am

Tank u Doc
Beryl landoh on October 13, 2022 at 12:43 pm

Thanks mum.. It’s very good for the health
Dzelamonyuy Nafisatu yenven on October 13, 2022 at 1:01 pm

That’s awesome mom. Never thought guava has such amazing benefits ?
Isaac Mua on October 13, 2022 at 1:01 pm

Wow. Number 5 is my best. I always suffer from toothache. Thank you so much. May God continue to inspire you so that you help us.
Njobe Delbis on October 13, 2022 at 3:55 pm

Yummy yum yum
Wilfred on October 14, 2022 at 8:25 am

Thanks very much ?? ma
Prophet Ab Leonel on October 14, 2022 at 8:28 am

Interesting
Anonymous on October 14, 2022 at 6:43 pm

Learning never ends
Thank you Ma