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lycopene, a cancer-fighting
antioxidant, which helps
treat and combat prostate
and breast cancers.
ä Guava pulp also helps
prevent the formation
of cancerous tumours.
Other nutrients in it such
as vitamins A and C,
flavonoids, beta-carotene
and lutein help fight
free radical cells which
encourage the growth of
cancer cells.
ä Being rich in fibre, guava
aids in protecting the
colon mucous which
prevents toxins and
cancer-causing cells.
HYPERTENSION:
Guava contains high
amount of fibre and is
hypoglycaemic in
nature which helps
control cholesterol and
blood pressure.
CONSTIPATION:
The fibre and roughage
present in guava helps
treat piles and haemorrhoids.
Guava seeds are powerful
laxatives that help treat
chronic constipation
and in cleansing of the
digestive system.
Since guava clears the
intestine, it is also an effective
remedy for intestinal laziness.
TOOTHACHE:
The astringent contents of
guava and its leaves are used
as a remedy for tooth pain,
swollen gums and ulcers.
HAIR LOSS:
Vitamins B and C in guava
nourish the roots of the hair
and make them stronger.
Washing hair with water
steeped in guava leaves, is
effective for hair loss.
DIABETES: SKINCARE:
Low glycaemic index food
and foods rich in dietary
fibre help in controlling the
amount of glucose secreted in
the body. Guava fits the bill,
and helps control sugar level. Using guava leaves and
fruit pulp as a scrub is very
beneficial as it contains
antioxidants that help protect
the skin from sun damage.
HARSHA ADVANI
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