Guava comes from a fruit tree native to the tropical spheres of America whose nutritional benefits are known and recognized and it is one of the most used in natural medicine. Its leaves rich in vitamins A and C, tannin, potassium and lycopene to name a few, are full of benefits for the skin and hair and are endowed with natural compounds that are recognized as having several health benefits. Discover
17 uses of guava leaves.
1 - The guava leaves rich in vitamins B6, B1, B2 and B1 which are essential for the health and the beauty of the hair. Guava leaves reduce the risk of hair loss and at the same time improve their growth by making them strong and strong. Just boil 1 liter of water and add a handful of guava leaves for 20 minutes. Once the liquid has cooled and filtered, massage your scalp with and rinse your hair after 3 or 4 hours or better still let it work all night. To apply once or twice a week.
2 - Consuming a mixture of guava leaves with various nutrients such as potassium improves cardiovascular health by reducing the absorption of bad cholesterol (LDL) in the blood without affecting the good.
3 - The high concentration of vitamin C and iron acts actively in preventing the production of mucus and the development of any microbial activity. A tea made from guava leaves will help you easily as a natural treatment for coughs and bronchitis.
4 - In case of allergies and itching, the leaves of guava applied on the zone concerned are quite indicated to remedy it. Indeed, its many bioactive, anti-inflammatory and antihistaminic components stop the development of allergies and itching.
5 - Same principle as for allergy and itching, guava leaves can also be used as a poultice to relieve insect bites.
6 - Rich in vitamin C and fiber, guava leaf tea prevents carbohydrates from turning into sugar while promoting a sense of satiety.
7 - If you suffer from an upset stomach or diarrhea due to food poisoning, guava leaf tea will effectively act as a powerful antibacterial and antispasmodic.
8 - As well as stomach upset and thanks to its antibacterial properties that inhibit bacteria, guava leaf tea is to consume as a natural remedy to stop dysentery.
9 - Thanks to the lycopenes present in guava leaves preventing the development of free radicals known to damage the cells of the body, these leaves help prevent the growth of cancer cells.
Because of their high content of antioxidants, beta-carotene, vitamin C and lycopenes, guava leaves provide better sperm motility and thereby help to improve fertility in humans.
11 - In case of acne or skin rashes, you can easily reduce or even eliminate it thanks to the vitamin C contained in the guava leaves. By applying them to the skin on the affected areas, they will prevent the proliferation of microbes.
12 - In case of cut or burning skin, antibacterial agents will disinfect and heal naturally by applying guava leaves as a poultice directly on the areas concerned.
13 - By contracting dengue fever, the platelet or thrombocyte count of the patient becomes weaker. The enzymes found in guava leaves help regenerate platelets and white blood cells while increasing immune defenses.
14 - The properties of guava leaves helping to reduce the level of sugar in the blood, consuming it in the form of tea would be ideal for people suffering from diabetes.
15 - Recognized as an antibacterial, chewing a few leaves of guava will help you safeguard your oral hygiene, relieve and eliminate canker sores and inflammation of the gums.
16 - Vitamin C present in guava leaves and preventing the spread of bacteria, you can use them by mixing them with a little water as a lotion for your face if you want to eliminate blackheads.
17 - The guava leaf lotion is also ideal to prevent the appearance of wrinkles and delay the aging of the skin because it acts as an astringent and makes the skin firm and supple.