Reasons why you must stock up the leaves of this winter fruit

Winters are here and it is time to gorge on some fresh seasonal fruits. But what if we tell you that much like this winter fruit, the leaves of this plant are naturally loaded with nutrients. Here’s all you need to know about Guava leaves and its health benefits.

Guava also known as Amrood in Hindi is a sweet fruit packed with the goodness of antioxidants like lycopene, vitamin C, fiber, minerals like potassium. Apart from that, this fruit has around 80% water content, which further helps with weight loss. But the leaves of Guava are even healthier than the fruit. Here are 5 reasons why this leaf is a must try.

Guava leaves have been used since ages as a home remedy to treat common flu, cold, cough and sore throat. This is due to its high vitamin C and iron levels, which helps in relieving cold, cough, sore throat and cleanses the respiratory tract. The best way to consume it during winters is by making a warm cup of tea with the Guava leaves.

Guava leaves may help in improving insulin imbalance and manage sugar levels. In fact, experts around the world believe that drinking leaf water or tea may help in slow absorption of sugar in the bloodstream. As per a study published in Nutrition and Metabolism, guava leaf may help in releasing enzymes that convert carbohydrate in the digestive system into glucose and slows the absorption in the bloodstream.

Adding this to the skin and hair care regime can help in tightening the facial muscles and washing the hair with this blend can help in adding volume to hair.

Drinking Guava leaf tea may help in losing weight by preventing complex carbs from converting into sugar may help in quick weight loss.

To make this simple healing tea. Take a pan and boil water and add in the leaves and ½ tsp ginger(optional) grated. Boil this tea and strain. Add honey and enjoy.