GUAVA
A study
conducted by the National Institute of Nutrition, Hyderabad has found guava to
be the healthiest fruit. This study, published in the journal ‘Food and
Research International’, evaluated the natural antioxidant level in 14 fruits
consumed in India. And guava, as per this study, contains it in the highest
amounts.
The modest guava
Depending on the variety, a guava’s skin and seeds are typically,
white or pink. While some people like it semi-ripe, when it’s crunchy yet soft,
a few others prefer the fully ripe ones.
It is rich in antioxidants and fiber;
in addition to containing high levels of pectin, making it a super-food in our
current-day busy lives.
Health benefits of guava:
Reduces risk of cancer: This super fruit contains high levels
of vitamin-C, a potent antioxidant. Antioxidants protect cells against damage
from free radicals – which can lead to development of cancer, and thus guava’s
help fight oxidants in the body, protecting it against cancer.
Good for diabetics: Guava is a good source of fiber. And fiber offers protection
against a wide range of diseases, one among them is diabetes. A high-fiber diet
slows down the absorption of sugar in the body, benefiting diabetics as well
as lowering the risk of developing type-2 diabetes.
Promotes good vision: Vitamin-A is known to be really good for your eyesight And this humble
fruit is an extremely good source of this nutrient.
Facilitates utilization of vital nutrients: This fruit is a good source of manganese, an enzyme activator ,
which helps the body make use of key nutrients like biotin, ascorbic acid.
Keeps your brain healthy: Guava is rich in vitamins B3 and B6, and the B group of vitamins
play a critical role in brain function. While vitamin-B3 –- known as niacin -–
promotes blood flow, stimulating brain function, vitamin-B6 – known as
pyridoxine – is an important nutrient for brain and nerve function.
For happy skin: Eating guavas regularly are a boon for
your skin. The vitamin-E found in this fruit are super good for your skin.
Soothes nerves and muscles: Magnesium aids relaxation of nerves and muscles, and guava being
rich in magnesium facilitates it.
For a healthy thyroid gland: Copper
is another mineral which plays a role in thyroid metabolism, and considering
guavas contain traces of this mineral, munching on them can promote a healthy
thyroid gland.
Aids fertility: Eating
guavas supplies your body with foliate, a mineral known for its fertility
promoting properties.
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