Guava leaves are often used as a daily drink, but many people wonder what the effects of guava leaves are and whether drinking guava leaf water regularly is okay? This article will answer the above questions.
What is the effect of guava leaves?
According to Traditional Medicine Practitioner Nguyen Trung Hai, Vice President of the Central Scientific Council of the Vietnam Oriental Medicine Association, guava leaf water has a slightly bitter taste, cool properties, and the effect of clearing heat, detoxifying, and cooling the liver.
“ In Oriental medicine, guava leaves are classified as a medicinal herb that has good digestive regulating properties. It helps stimulate the secretion of digestive juices, supports intestinal motility, and reduces bloating and indigestion,” said Mr. Hai.
Especially on hot days, many people use fresh or dried guava leaves to make water to drink to reduce fatigue. This habit not only helps quench thirst but also helps prevent some liver and kidney diseases due to the ability of guava leaves to purify the body very well.
In addition, guava leaf water also has strong antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects. Many modern medical studies have shown that guava leaves contain tannins, flavonoids and natural antioxidants, which can help kill harmful bacteria in the intestines without affecting beneficial bacteria.
“In the past, people in the countryside often used guava leaf water to wash skin wounds, because it has antibacterial properties, cleans and promotes the healing process,” said physician Nguyen Trung Hai. In addition, guava leaf water is also used to support the treatment of mouth ulcers and gingivitis, by rinsing the mouth every day.
Another notable effect of guava leaves is to support people with diabetes. Some recent studies have shown that guava leaf extract has the ability to inhibit alpha-glucosidase enzyme, slowing down the absorption of sugar in the small intestine, thereby helping to stabilize blood sugar.
Guava leaf water also helps limit the accumulation of fat in the liver, supporting the reduction of blood fat, thanks to the mechanism of regulating lipid metabolism in the body. For people at risk of obesity, drinking guava leaf water every day is a safe choice to support weight control.
Is it okay to drink guava leaf tea regularly?
Although guava leaf water is very good, physician Nguyen Trung Hai also warns against drinking too much in a day. “Overuse can cause electrolyte imbalance, affecting kidney function. In particular, people with diarrhea or cold constitution should not drink guava leaf water continuously because it will worsen the symptoms,” he emphasized.
You should use dried guava leaves instead of fresh leaves to limit toxicity and reduce the risk of stomach irritation. Ideally, you should only use about 1-2 liters of guava leaf water per day, boiled lightly and drunk throughout the day. Absolutely do not use moldy dried guava leaves.
Vối leaf water is not only a simple folk drink but also a precious medicinal herb that brings many health benefits. To promote its effects safely and effectively, users need to clearly understand the dosage and proper usage.
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