guavas
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My early days were full of joyous experiences around fruit.
I lived with my family in Netanya, a city along the Mediterranean Sea. We lived in a villa, on top of a hill.
My memory goes back to our back yard where we had many different kinds of fruit trees. As I opened our back door I could see rows and rows of trees.
It was a sunny, warm morning and as I came out of the house I saw my father standing near one of the guava trees. He was annoyed as the birds already had their morning feast. Looking around I could see that there were many branches full of ripe guavas. I was eager to help so I pushed the near- by ladder and climbed up. I got excited and proud of myself. I started to pick the fruit and every second fruit went into my mouth. I loved the pink and white juicy flesh fruit. Their sweet aroma arose in me a joy that was expressed in a made up song. The “guava” sound kept on coming and the words kept on changing. By the end of the morning I had a “perfect” song expressing my joy, achievement and pride.
Till this day When I see/ smell guavas I want to eat them as they invoke in me my childhood feelings of joy, accomplishment and self-sufficiency.
A few days ago I came across some information about guavas. They reinforced my childhood positive, joyous feelings about the fruit and its health benefits.
Yes, guavas
- boost heart health/ immunity
- are rich in anti- oxidants, fiber, vitamins and minerals – C/ A/ K/ copper/ zinc/ selenium/ folic acid/ linoleic acid/ potassium
- lower blood sugar
- aid in weight management
- have anti – cancer properties
- benefit skin/ digestive system
Miriam Broder
References :
www.healthline.com – nutrition -8 benefits –of –guava
www.en.wikipedia.org-wiki-Guava
Please Note: The above story is my personal recount. The guava benefits – based on the above references.
If symptoms arise, please consult a medical practitioner.
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