The Guava leaves are also known by various names such as Peruka or Paravati, Amrud . As per Ayurveda, it is a useful medicine, used as a Vatt Dosh and Pitta Dosh nashaka.
Introduction
However, it has anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties. Each and every part of the Guava tree, such as leaves, bark, fruit, and root is used for the treatment of cough, fever, diarrhea, constipation, bad breath, pain in teeth, gum problem, and many other problems.
It is an evergreen tree and grows up to the height of 10 meters. The branches of this tree spread over in various directions.
Its name is in different languages are,
- English: Guava
- Hindi: Amrud
- Sanskrit: Perala
- Punjabi: Amrut
- Telgu: Jama
- Tamil: Koyyo
Description of Guava tree
The stem of the guava tree is hard, woody and in color, it is reddish-brown. Its branches have opposite leaves. It means two leaves grow at the same point on either side of the stem, and have short petioles that joint the leaf to the stem. The size and shape of guava leaf are approximately 7-15 centimeters long and 3-5 centimeters wide. Flowers are of white colors and fragrant. Fruits are edible, green in color when raw, yellow in color when ripening. Its roots are shallow and seeds are of cream colors.
Where cultivated
The guava tree is native to Central America and Mexico. It is cultivated in India and in many other countries of the world.
Part utilize
Leaves, Bark, Flower, Fruit, and Root.
Nutrients available in Guava and its leaves
Guava is a very nutritious fruit that contains low calories. It is rich in vitamin C in comparison to other citrus fruits. It is full of minerals such as calcium, protein, copper, iron, phosphorus. It also contains water-soluble vitamins such as Folic acid, vitamin B2, vitamin B3. It contains vitamin A. These vitamins boost the overall health of the human body.
Ayuvedic properties of Guava
The ayurvedic properties of Guava are as under
| Ras | Kashay, Madhur, and Amliya |
| Gun | Tikha and Guru |
| Veerya | Sheet Veerya |
| Vipak | Madhur |
| Prabhav | Vata-Pitta Shamaka |
What is the medicinal use of Guava fruits?
- Leaves of guava tree and guava fruit contain antifungal and antibacterial properties.
- Guava leaves are antiseptic, astringent, and anti-inflammatory.
- Both fruit and leaves are beneficial in common cold, cough, abdominal pain, and skin trouble.
- The decoction of its bark and leaves is beneficial in diarrhea, ringworm, andulcer.
What are the therapeutic uses of Guava?
1. Constipation
Guava contains high dietary fiber, which has laxative properties. It maintains a healthy bowel movement and cleans the intestine.
2. Improve Eyesight
Guava fruit is rich in vitamin A. It is beneficial for eyesight and boosts up vision health.
3. Weight loss
Guava is rich in Vitamins and minerals, have no cholesterol, low in calorie, easily satisfy the appetite. It also regulates the metabolism of our body.
4. Prevent cancer
Guava has antioxidants properties, which prevent the growth of cancerous cells. It reduces the risk of cancer of the prostate and the breast.
5. Immunity booster
Guava contains a very high quantity of vitamin C. Thus it boosts up immunity very fast.
6. Stress Buster
It contains magnesium, which is good to relax the nerves and muscles of the human body.
7. Good for toothache
Guava leave and guava fruit have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial action. The paste of guava leaves or masticate guava leaves in the mouth gives good results in toothache, mouth ulcer, and swelling in the gum.
8. Improve heart health
As guava is cholesterol-free, contains sodium and potassium, it regulates blood pressure and reduces cholesterol levels in the human body.
9. Can guava leaf tea help prevent diabetes?
Guava leaf tea may help prevent blood sugar and improve symptoms in people with type 2 diabetes. It may lower the blood sugar level.
Affect of guava leaves on our hair health
1. Guava leaves best for hair growth
Take 10 grams of guava leaves; boil them in one liter of water for about half an hour. Let it cool. First of all, wash your hair with shampoo and let hair dry. Thereafter, apply the solution to the scalp and all the hair. shampoo your hair after one hour.
2. Do guava leaves make hair stronger?
Guava leaves are rich in vitamins and essential nutrients which are important for hair health. Vitamin C present in guava leaves nourishes hair roots and makes hair stronger.
3. Guava leaves best for dandruff
Guava leaves are full of analgesic, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidants properties. Mix 5 ml guava leaves extract and 2 ml Olive Oil. Massage it into the scalp to treat dandruff.
4. Is guava leaves are a thickening agent?
Yes, guava leaves can also be used as thickening agents. Vitamin B and Vitamin c available in the leaves nourish the follicles and boost hair growth.
5. Can Feeding mother drink guava leaves juice
You can drink guava leaf tea in place of juice, which is safe. Guava is an antioxidant. It can help to improve the immune system. But it is necessary to drink it in less quantity otherwise it may cause constipation. However, its safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding is not certified.
6. Prevent premature graying of hair
Guava leaves contain flavonoids quercetin and its glycosides that promote melanogenesis, the production of melanin gives our hair black color.
7. Guava leaves are antioxidants
When we use it as internal and apply its extract on the scalp. It will reduce oxidative stress and protect against the aging of skin and hair.