Guava
Growing up we had guava trees in the backyard. I remember climbing and sitting in them, plucking fresh guavas and eating
Guava fruits are amazingly rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. The Guava fruit and its leaf are a traditional remedy for a range of health conditions.
Guava leaf tea may help prevent spikes in blood sugar and improve symptoms in people with type 2 diabetes. In Cameroon, I grew up eating the guava leaf when suffering from diarrhea & constipation
Per 100 grams of fresh guava:
* 68 Calories
* 80.8 grams of Water
* 14.32 g Carbohydrates
* 8.92 g sugars (natural)
* 0.95 g fat
* 5.4 g dietary fiber
* 417 mg Potassium
* 228.3 mg Vitamin C
* 49 µg (micrograms)
Other benefits:
– Improve Immune System
– May Help Lower Blood Sugar Levels
– It May Boost Heart health
– May Help Relieve Painful Symptoms of Menstruation
– Can help in lowering blood cholesterol levels.
– Beneficial During Pregnancy due to its rich folate content.
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