Guava is a very familiar fruit to Vietnamese people. Not only famous for its easy-to-eat taste and unique aroma, guava is also considered a 'super fruit' because of its nutritional content and many outstanding health benefits.
Guava is a fruit that contains many nutrients that are good for health - Illustration photo
Guava is a nutritious fruit, not only a delicious fruit but also a health-supporting fruit.
According to the Department of Food Safety - Ministry of Health, in terms of nutritional content, guava is most prominent in containing a lot of vitamin C. Nutritional studies show that every 100g of fresh guava contains more than 200mg of vitamin C. Each gram of guava provides 1.5 times more vitamin C than oranges.
Vitamin C not only supports wound healing but also enhances iron absorption and helps increase resistance.
In addition, guava also contains other micronutrients such as vitamin B6, minerals such as iron, zinc, calcium, magnesium... 100 grams of guava provides 33 Kcal, 0.6g protein, 7.7g glucid.
Guava is rich in fiber, which helps improve digestion. At the same time, it also contains many plant compounds and antioxidants that are beneficial for health. If you eat guava properly, it will bring benefits to the body such as:
- Helps strengthen resistance : Guava contains a lot of vitamin C. This vitamin is the key to supporting the body's resistance, reducing harmful agents that cause disease in the body.
Maintaining a diet full of nutrients, including guava, will help provide vitamin C which plays a supporting role in maintaining a healthy immune system.
Support beautiful skin, anti-aging : If talking about the uses of guava, we cannot ignore its wonderful benefits for the skin. The very high vitamin C content of guava has antioxidant effects, stimulates collagen production, thereby protecting the skin and anti-aging. Therefore, eating guava regularly can prevent the formation of brown pigment on the skin and help whiten the skin, increasing skin elasticity.
Guava contains a large amount of water and fiber, which helps to hydrate the skin. Keeping the skin hydrated is important to keep it looking smooth and supple.
Good support for people with diabetes : Guava is also an ideal fruit for people with diabetes due to its low sugar content. Eating a moderate amount of this fruit will have a certain pharmacological effect in supporting the control of blood sugar levels, can maintain blood pressure and balance blood sugar levels thanks to the action of fiber.
Eating guava can help when you are on a weight loss diet due to several factors such as guava is low in calories, rich in water and contains a lot of fiber, which can make you feel full longer and reduce hunger. The fiber in guava can also help improve digestion....
Who needs to be careful when eating guava?
Although guava is a healthy food, it is important to know how to eat it properly. Eating guava should be considered and combined with a balanced and varied diet. Some compounds in guava are not good for people with specific health conditions:
- People with weak digestive systems : Guava is rich in vitamin C and fructose, making it difficult for the body to absorb too much vitamin C or fructose, which can lead to bloating.
- People with stomach problems : Guava is very good for the stomach, however, people with stomach pain should eat in moderation, should not abuse, because the guava is hard when chewed and does not break down, forcing the stomach to work to crush the guava, so the pain will be worse. In addition, people with stomach pain should absolutely not eat guava or drink guava juice on an empty stomach.
- People with irritable bowel syndrome : Although guava is very good for digestion and reduces constipation, eating too much guava can cause digestive disorders, especially if you have irritable bowel syndrome. Therefore, you should know that eating in moderation is good for your health.
- Pregnant and breastfeeding women : If you have signs of constipation, you should reduce your intake of guava, because guava contains a large amount of fiber, especially green guava. This fiber takes a long time to digest when entering the body.
As the fetus grows, it will put pressure on the stomach and intestines, plus the mother's body has erratic changes... These are the reasons why pregnant women are prone to bloating and constipation.
- People with toothache : If you have a toothache, it is best to avoid consuming this fruit.
Source: https://tuoitre.vn/oi-re-tien-va-duoc-xem-la-sieu-trai-cay-vi-sao-20250221210151236.htm
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