What is guava leaf tea?

Guava leaf tea is tea made from the leaves of the guava plant. The tea is made by soaking guava leaves in a cup of hot water. This tea provides many health benefits, such as helping to treat diarrhea, preventing diabetes and lowering cholesterol.

The guava leaves contain flavonoids such as quercetin and antioxidants such as vitamin C. The tea may help inhibit bacteria that causes diarrhea. In one study, people who drank guava leaf tea for eight weeks had lower total cholesterol. In addition, guava leaf tea helps to regulate blood sugar levels by inhibiting the absorption of sucrose and maltose.