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@article{190071,
        author = {Nilesh Prakashrao Sawadadkar and Shivaji K. Mohrut and Dr. Nandu Kayande},
        title = {A short review on medicinal uses of guava.},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {8},
        pages = {888-890},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=190071},
        abstract = {Guava also known as the 'guava-pear' in various regions, is a common tropical fruit cultivated in many tropical and subtropical regions. The common guava Psidium guajava (lemon guava, apple guava) is a small tree in the myrtle family (Myrtaceae). In Sanskrit and classical Ayurvedic texts, it goes by several names: Perala, Amruta-phalam (literally "immortal fruit"). Guavas originated from an area thought to extend from Mexico, Central America or northern South America throughout the Caribbean region. India is now one of the lead manufacturer of guava. A raw common guava contains 81% water, 14% carbohydrates, 3% protein, and 0.5% fat. In a reference amount of 100 grams (3.5 oz), raw guava supplies 285 kilojoules (68 kilocalories) of food energy and is a rich source of dietary fiber and vitamin C (254% of the Daily Value, DV), with moderate levels of folate (12% DV) and potassium (14% DV,). Raw guava contains lycopene. In Ayurveda guava is called as a superfruit with high beneficial medicinal important like having tridoshiy property for balancing vata, pitta and kapha when consumed properly. In aurveda guava holds an important place for various benefits like chewing of guava leaves for fighting against toothache or cramps, lowering sugar level also boiling fruit for gut health, as guava fruit, seeds, leaves have many types of medicinal value. A comprehensive review for study of medicinal uses of guava is important.  In this article we will explore medicinal uses of guava fruit.},
        keywords = {Tridosha, Guava, T2DM, Fasting blood glucose, Vitamin C etc.},
        month = {January},
        }