Review on Phytochemical and Pharmacological Activity of Psidium Guajava

As a member of the Myrtaceae family, Psidium guajava thrives in tropical and subtropical climates worldwide. In nations like Bangladesh, Pakistan, Syria, Indonesia, India, and South America, this significant tropical fruit is widely grown. The guava's diverse parts, such as its fruits, leaves, and bark, contain a wealth of bioactive chemicals that have long been used as herbal remedies in folklore and have a wide range of therapeutic uses. Guava has a wide range of phytochemical elements and chemicals with antioxidative qualities, such as polysaccharides, minerals, vitamins, enzymes, triterpenoids, alkaloids, steroids, glycosides, tannins, flavonoids, and saponins. Notably, a variety of therapeutic properties are attributed to the various parts of the plant, including the leaves and fruits. They include antibacterial strength and possible anti-cancer qualities. Using data from earlier research and reports, this study examines the phytochemical components and pharmacological activity of guavas to learn more about the plant. Many therapeutic domains are covered by its adaptable qualities. The fruit is potential has been demonstrated in areas such as hepatoprotective, anticancer, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, anti-allergy, anti-plasmodial, antidiabetic, and antidiarrheal properties. The leaves and fruits of the guava plant have long been used to treat a variety of ailments, such as pain, dental cavities, diabetes, hypertension, and gastroenteritis. Although guava's pharmacological qualities are widely known, every section of the fruit has a variety of phytochemical components. It is critical to stress the necessity for additional research, as this review study highlights the most significant phytochemical ingredients and pharmacological qualities. Further research is necessary to gain a better knowledge of the primary mechanisms of action and potential health benefits of guava.