Thursday Green -The Super Fruit - Guava
Hello there Steemians, I am presenting to you a tropical fruit called Guava and it's amazing benefits.
Amazing Benefits of Guava
- Immunity Booster
Did you know that guava contains 5 times in vitamin C than oranges? Thus it helps improve immunity and protects you against common infections and pathogens.
- Lowers Risk of Cancer
It is rich in Lycopene which helps in reducing prostate cancer risk and also inhibit the growth of breast cancer cells
- Diabetes-Friendly
- Heart Healthy
This magical fruit improves levels of the good cholesterol regulating blood pressure in patients with hypertension. Guavas also help lower the levels of triglycerides and bad cholesterol
- Treats Constipation
Guava seeds, if ingested whole or chewed, serve as excellent laxatives too, helping the formation of healthy bowel movements.
- Improves Eyesight
- Guava During Pregnancy
Guavas contain folic acid, or vitamin B-9, which is recommended for pregnant women since it can help in developing the baby’s nervous system and protect the newborn from neurological disorders.
- Beats Toothache
Guava leaves have a potent anti-inflammatory action and a powerful antibacterial ability which fights infection and kills germs. Thus, consuming guava leaves works as a fantastic home remedy for toothache. The juice of guava leaves has also been known to cure toothaches, swollen gums, and oral ulcers.
- Stress-Buster
The magnesium present in guavas helps to relax the muscles and nerves of the body
Weight Loss
Want to shed a few pounds? Guava is just the ticket. Without compromising your intake of proteins, vitamins and fiber, guava helps you lose weight by regulating your metabolism.Cough and Cold
Guava has one of the highest quantities of vitamin-C and iron among fruits, and both are proven to be preventive against cold and viral infections.Anti-Ageing Properties, Improves Complexion and Texture
Guavas are rich in vitamin A, vitamin C and antioxidants like carotene and lycopene which help protect the skin from wrinkles. A guava a day, keeps fine lines away!
Source - google
I remember when I was young I love climbing a guava tree of my grandmother It's fun picking up fruits and enjoy eating them.
Hahaha, I can imagine you climbing, I am so sure you can do it so fast ( ^_~ )
That must be so fresh!
Guys, now is the time to pick and enjoy this guava fruit, you will never regret after having one.
Oh sure @lisaocampo, I am so in love with guava fruit, it's my second favorite after banana. haha.
I rarely have guava good to know the benefits
hmm, there's no much guava in Japan or is it really not available there?
I actually don't see many around
Is your guava, sour? your usually happy bitmoji looks undecided. hehehe
ahh, maybe she's full because of so many guavas that she ate hehe
Amazing how these kinds of food is free from a tree and a source of health and beauty benefits.
You are right, and most of all it is always available in any season.
We used to have one too.
It never stops producing. All so sweet.
Health is wealth!!! :)
Great read! I love that fruit, I know it tastes great but I did not it had so much more benefits not to mention the guava leaves have a lot of medicinal uses to.
Oh yes @frost, thanks for mentioning about the leaves, it also helps in many ways, one is because it contains anti-oxidants and it helps kill pathogens which is responsible for diarrhea. It also use din cleaning wouns sbecauseit helps kills bacteria and cure wounds fast.
So from now on, try to make a guava leaf tea.
Guava is my favourite fruit. it is very nutrious
thanks for nice information! great challenge
Nice posts @saranghe
Ahh guava is so nice! It is the best medicine again tonsillitis to me! Guava with vinegar, tonsillitis never had been gone so fast since I found out!
Healthy food looks beautiful!
Thanks for the post)