Drinking guava leaf tea can help regulate insulin levels because guava leaves contain chemicals such as flavonoids, tannins and polyphenols that have blood sugar-controlling properties.
A study published in the journal Foods (Switzerland) shows that guava leaf tea can reduce blood sugar levels by inhibiting certain enzymes involved in carbohydrate metabolism.
Besides, a study published in the journal Nutrition and Metabolism (USA) also showed that guava leaf tea helps improve blood sugar levels.
To make guava leaf tea, you can take 5-10 fresh guava leaves and wash them.
Pour a moderate amount of water into the pot and boil.
Then, add the cleaned guava leaves and boil for 5 minutes.
For color and flavor, you can add ½ teaspoon of regular tea leaves.
You should filter the tea leaves before using
Finally, add palm sugar or honey as a sweetener.
However, people with diabetes should consult their doctor before using guava leaf tea as their primary treatment.