Guava
One of the fruits of the fruit, which combines the taste of both the pear and strawberry, is said to be of the Caribbean, and characterized by thin and yellow, although there are other types of pink, and is known for guava smells emitted from a distance, but what are the benefits of guava? Does guava have a role in weight loss?
Benefits of guava in weight loss
Guava is rich in potassium, which means an increase in muscle mass and burning of more fat. One guava pill contains six hundred and eighty milligrams of potassium. It is also rich in dietary fiber that increases the chance of losing weight and reduces the amount of fat absorbed by the body.
Guava contains vitamins, proteins and minerals, but it does not contain cholesterol, it is low in carbohydrate content can be digested, and this helps in weight loss, and also helps in the metabolism, which regulates and helps to enhance the absorption of food.
Other benefits of guava
- Guava contains some vitamins such as vitamin A, which enhance and maintain the sense of sight, and helps slow the appearance of cataracts and macular degeneration.
- It is rich in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant, which helps reduce the risk of prostate cancer and also inhibits the growth of breast cancer cells.
- Its vitamin C content helps treat scurvy.
- Guava prevents the absorption of sugar, which is good for diabetics, and promotes fertility, especially in women.
- Helps reduce the symptoms of diarrhea.
- Helps to cleanse the body of some bacteria, by inhibiting microbial growth, and removing excess mucus from the intestines.
- Guava is a good source of copper, which helps regulate the metabolism of the thyroid gland by helping to control the production and absorption of the hormone.
- Contains vitamin B3 and vitamin B6, the first increases blood flow, increases cognitive capacity, while the second increases the efficiency of brain function, and increase concentration.
- Some use guava to treat coughs and colds, because they limit the resulting mucus, purify the respiratory tract, throat, and lungs of germs, and inhibit microbial activity.
- Helps lower blood pressure.
- Guava helps maintain healthy skin, and interferes with some cosmetics.
- Contain some other minerals such as: magnesium and manganese.
Information:
It is preferred to choose the fruit that is free of any bruises or stains, and characterized by its fragrant smell.
