GUAVA LEAF AND MEDICINAL USES

GUAVA LEAF AND MEDICINAL USES💞*

Guava leaves are actually full of many different health benefits and people aren’t aware of that. They contain high levels of vitamins A and C, potassium, healthy fiber and lycopene.

_Some of the amazing health benefits that guava leaves offer:_

- *Brain Health*

The vitamins B6 (pyridoxine) and B3 ( niacin) in guava leaves helps in improving blood circulation to the brain, stimulating cognitive function and relaxing the nerves. 

- *Boost Immunity*

Guava leaves' tea helps in boosting the immune systems and reduce the risk of many diseases. 

- *Pain Reducer*

The quercetin content of guava leaf makes it effective in reducing pain and eliminating infections.

- *Menstrual Problems*

Guava leaves tea is good for cloth menses, painful menstruation and insufficient menstrual flow. 

- *Keeps Skin Younger*

The regular intake of guava tea rejuvenate and keeps skin younger and firm due to its strong antioxidant effect against free radicals that are the main cause of ageing. Crush a few leaves, add little water and use as a body scrub regularly and you will be shocked with the amazing results.

- *Eye sight\*

Guava leaf improves eyesight due to its high content in vitamin A. 

- *Improves Quality Sleep*

Guava leaves tea calms the nerves and quietens the mind, making it easier to fall asleep.

- *Fights Allergy*

Guava leaves contain quercetin which is an antihistamine and anti-inflammatory which inhibits the development of allergies such as food allergy, skin reactions and asthma.  

- *High cholesterol*

Guava leaf tea works against bad fats in the system. It reduces LDC and Triglycerides without side effects.

 - *Bronchitis , Coughs / Colds*

Guava leaf tea will help you against

 bronchitis and coughs because of its high content of vitamin C and Iron (Fe). It gets rid of mucus. Better when taken with pure honey.

- *Body Itching caused by Allergy*

For itching caused by allergies, apply crushed guava leaves onto the affected areas.

- *Insect bites*

Apply crushed guava leaves on the affected areas.

- *Hair treatment*

 Guava leaves can really help against hair loss.

Crushing the leaves and rubbing on the scalp regularly or gently massage your scalp with concentrated tea from boiled leaves will prevent hair loss and promote hair growth.

- *Typhoid and Malaria fever*

Guava leaves tea is very helpful in the treatment of Typhoid and Malaria fevers.

- *Weight loss*

Guava leaves contain quercetin which inhibits the formation of fat cells and Catechin which has fats burning effects in the body.

Guava leaf tea stops carbohydrates from turning into sugar and thus suppresses appetite. This will in turn help you to reduce weight.

- *Stomach upset and constipation*

 Guava leaf tea is exceptionally good for most abdominal infections because of it's antibacterial properties.

- *Stomach ulcer*

Guava leaf contains Methanol extract that's composed by volatile oil, flavonoid and saponin which works against stomach ulcers, and also promote healing effect.

- *Food poisoning*

 Guava leaves also provides a great help. Chew fresh young leaves or take teas of the leaves

- *Diarrhea and Dysentery*

 chew a few (about three) younger leaves. Teas from the leaves are also very effective thanks to its the strong antimicrobial properties. 

- *LIVER HEALTH*

Guava leaves have a hepatoprotective activity which cure liver injuries induced by toxic drugs like paracetamol, alcohol, etc. It also protects the liver against some damaging enzymes like Bilirubin, Alkaline phosphatase, Aspartate aminotransferase, etc. 

- *Prostate Cancer / Enlargement, Breast and Oral Cancers*

Guava leaves high lycopene content is vital in fighting cancers such as breasts, prostate and oral. 

- *Gastric (Stomach) Cancers*

The high content of lycopene, quercetin and vitamin C in guava leaves makes it potent in the treatment of gastric (or stomach) cancers.

*Metabolism*

 Guava leaf tea regulates metabolism due to its rich copper content.

- *Heart Diseases*

Reduces the risk of heart diseases and strokes because of its high anti-inflammatory, high fibre and antioxidant properties...

- *Sperm production*

Guava leaves will boost sperm production thereby increasing fertility. Hence, it's highly recommended for men battling with fertility problems.

- *Libido (Sexual desire):* Guava leaves tea will boost libido in both sexes. Work better when honey is added (in non diabetics).

- *Acne /Pimples*

 Guava leaf is high in vitamin C, which helps to heal acne / pimples. It contains the antibacterial which works against the bacteria P. Acne which causes acne. Its anti-inflammatory components reduces redness and inflammation of the skin.

- *Minor cuts like scrapes or abrasion*

 Apply crushed guava leaves juice to prevent infections. 

- *Ear infections*

 Apply cold guava leaves tea

- *Dengue Fever*

Guava leaves work against Dengue. They increase the thrombocytes and platelets in the serum.

Boil some few guava leaves (about 5 to 6 or a tablespoonful of powder from dried leaves) in little water until the amount you have in your pot reduces by half. Take as tea thrice a day. Repeat daily until you feel better or relief.

- *Cholera*

Guava leaves extract has a strong antibacterial effect against Vibrio cholerae .

- *Diabetes*

 Guava leaf tea is great for diabetics. The high fibre content slows down the absorption of sugar in the blood. It prevents Type 2 diabetes from developing. The Catechin in guava leaves controls the blood glucose level - It has a hypoglycemic effect in the body. 

- *Toothache*

 To relieve toothache, chew guava leaves or apply leaves past on affected tooth/teeth. 

- *Inflamed Gums and Mouth Sores*

For inflamed gums and sores in the oral cavity, chew guava leaves and also take hot guava leaves tea with pure honey.

- *Blackheads*

Crush several guava leaves and stir in a little bit of water and applied on skin to remove blackheads naturally. Use this instead of your regular face cleaners that have toxic chemicals. 

*DOSAGES*

7 to 10 younger fresh leaves (or 5 to 6 older ones) should be boiled with 1 liter of water in a closed pot over a gentle flame

OR

1 tablespoonful of the powder of dried leaves boiled in 1 Liter of Water in same way.

Adults should take one glass thrice a day.

Children from six months and above should be given in smaller doses depending on age. 

*Pregnant and Breastfeeding Mothers*

- Guava leaves are good for all including pregnant and breastfeeding mothers. But for pregnant mothers, the doses should be reduced by half, that is, about 4 to 5 younger and fresh leaves prepared with a liter of water. I am conscious that, there are many researchers who say the leaves are completely not good for pregnant women. But from practical experience, I recommend minimum doses for pregnant women. These minimum doses are beneficial to them. Nb: The problem here is the doze and not the leaf...For example, honey is good and beneficial to pregnant women, but higher doses will cause abortions. Same goes to potent plants like guava leaves and a host of others... There's no proven evidence that they are harmful to babies through mothers' milk but mere assumptions. I read what others publish too, then compare with my long time practical experience before concluding...

*Side effects*

- It may give headache when taken in very high doses.

- It may cause excessive menstrual bleeding in some women.