Today we are going to see how to make an infusion of guava leaves, but first we will learn a little about this plant and its fruit. The guava or guava is the plant Psidium Guajava, best known for its fruit, one of the healthiest fruits around.
The guava fruit is rich in potassium and its diuretic properties can help people with fluid retention. Due to its high content of vitamin C, it helps prevent colds, and due to its vitamin A content, it will also be beneficial in maintaining healthy skin and hair, as well as taking care of our eyes.
It has a low caloric intake and is a source of antioxidants and vitamin C. However, its greatest benefits are not found in the fruit, but can instead be extracted from the leaves.
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How to prepare guava leaf tea
Guava is also rich in fiber, so it can help people suffering from constipation to regulate their intestinal transit, but it is also very interesting for preventing and controlling diabetes. In this case, it is recommended to take advantage of all its beneficial properties of the dried leaves, for which I explain how to make guava leaf tea.
Guava leaf extract or tea is also beneficial for relieving sore throat, inflammation and treating cough. Thus, by adding this to the properties of its fruit, it becomes the ideal plant to fight colds.
guava tea step by step
To prepare the tea we will need
- Five or six dried guava leaves
- Cinnamon (optional)
- A cup of water is about 250 milliliters.
We put the water to boil and when it comes to a boil, add the previously crushed dry guava leaves. Being dry, we can do it by hand, although we can also chop it on a board or grind it lightly in a mortar.
Once the leaves are boiling in the water, add the cinnamon and let everything boil for 2 minutes.
Then turn off the heat, cover and let sit for 10 or 15 minutes.
After this time we can serve in a cup and if we prefer sweeten with agave syrup or honey.
In the following video, my friend José explains in a very simple way how to prepare guava leaf tea:
For all these healthy reasons, for the development of the tree, and the beautiful color of its leaves, I encourage you to plant a guava tree in your orchard or garden, for me it is already one of my essential fruit shrubs.
In addition, due to the sweet taste of its pulp, it is widely used in the kitchen to prepare dessert recipes such as jams, cakes or cookies. What more could you ask for from a fruit tree?
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