Guava (Psidium guajava) Leaf - Based Tablet: A Novel Approach for Diabetes

Diabetes mellitus is a long-term health condition where the body has trouble controlling blood sugar levels. Many people rely on medicines to manage diabetes, but some of these can have side effects. Guava leaves (from the Psidium guajava plant) have been used in traditional medicine and are known to help lower blood sugar naturally. This study looked at making tablets from guava leaf powder to see if they could help people with diabetes. The tablets were tested for their quality, including how quickly they break down and how strong they are. We also tested how well the tablets could block enzymes that raise blood sugar after eating. The results showed that the guava leaf tablets may help reduce blood sugar levels in a natural way. These tablets could be a simple, affordable option to support diabetes management.