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The study investigates the phytochemical composition of Psidium guajava leaves and evaluates their therapeutic potential.

Phytochemical Composition and Therapeutic Potential of Psidium guajava Leaves

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Analysis explores phytochemical composition and therapeutic effects on health, suggesting natural applications.

The study investigates the phytochemical composition of Psidium guajava leaves and evaluates their therapeutic potential.
Conducted qualitative phytochemical analysis of ethanolic extract of guava leaves.
Assessed antioxidant activity using the DPPH method.
Evaluated antidiabetic potential through alpha-amylase inhibition.
Tested anticancer activity with the MTT assay on A549 human lung cancer cells.
Investigated wound healing effects using the scratch assay method.
Identified key phytochemicals including steroids, terpenoids, glycosides, flavonoids, saponins, and tannins.
Guava extract showed significant antioxidant and antidiabetic activities.
Demonstrated notable anticancer effects against A549 cells.
Exhibited positive effects on wound healing in the scratch assay.

Kolhe et al. (2026) studied this question.

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