Drinking guava leaves in an infusion or tea can help against uric acid, hypertension, leg swelling, and the roots can improve symptoms of diarrhea.  Research confirmed that guava leaves serve as an anti-inflammatory treatment and an immune-boosting agent and some of its extracts were also found to have antibacterial properties.

It should be noted that taking an infusion of the leaves can remove some symptoms of diseases such as arthritis or milder pain.

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Within the study, it was explained that guava leaf extracts serve as antiglycants, which means that they are like a powerful agent against skin aging, as already mentioned in the previous article.

It was considered that guava leaves also have effective properties to protect the stomach from gastric ulceration and acid secretion, since it protects the mucosa thanks to the flavenoids contained in its leaves.

In addition, it is anticoagulant, that is, it reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases associated with diabetes. Finally, some other studies have also indicated that this infusion is effective in combating seasonal influenza due to its antiviral effect.

 

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