Guavas (Myrtaceae)

Guavas (Myrtaceae) are round fruits with a thin bumpy outer skin and creamy inner pulp that is packed with seeds.

Health Benefits of Guavas:

• Increased Protection from Bacterial and Viral Infections
• Increased Immune Function
• Reduced Cancer Risk
• Protection Against Heart Disease
• Slowing Aging
• DNA Repair and Protection
• Alleviation of Cardiovascular Disease
• Alleviation of Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
• Alzheimer's Protection
• Osteoporosis Protection
• Stroke Prevention
• Reduced Risk of Type II Diabetes
• Reduced Frequency of Migraine Headaches
• Alleviation of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
• Antioxidant Protection
• Prevention of Epileptic Seizures
• Prevention of Alopecia (Spot Baldness)
*Some of these health benefits are due to the nutrients highly concentrated in Guavas, and may not necessarily be related to Guavas.

Natural vitmains, minerals, and nutrients found in Guavas: Vitamin A | Lycopene | Vitamin B9 (Folate, Folic Acid) | Vitamin C | Dietary Fiber | Magnesium | Manganese | Potassium | Copper |
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Nutrition Facts Guavas Common Raw Serving Size 100g Calories 68 % Daily Value* Total Fat 0.95g 1%     Saturated Fat 0.272g 1% Cholesterol 0mg 0% Sodium 2mg 0% Total Carbohydrate 14.32g 5%     Dietary Fiber 5.4g 22%     Sugar 8.92g ~ Protein 2.55g ~ Vitamin A 12% • Vitamin C 381% Calcium 2% • Iron 1% *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Vitamins   %DV Vitamin A 624IU 12%     Retinol equivalents 31μg ~     Retinol 0μg ~     Alpha-carotene 0μg ~     Beta-carotene 374μg ~     Beta-cryptoxanthin 0μg ~ Vitamin C 228.3mg 381% Vitamin E 0.73mg 2% Vitamin K 2.6μg 3% Vitamin B12 0μg 0% Thiamin 0.067mg 4% Riboflavin 0.04mg 2% Niacin 1.084mg 5% Pantothenic acid 0.451mg 5% Vitamin B6 0.11mg 6% Folate 49μg 12%     Folic Acid 0μg ~     Food Folate 49μg ~     Dietary Folate Equivalents 49μg ~ Choline 7.6mg ~ Lycopene 5204μg ~ Lutein+zeazanthin 0μg ~

Minerals   %DV Calcium 18mg 2% Iron 0.26mg 1% Magnesium 22mg 6% Phosphorus 40mg 4% Sodium 2mg 0% Potassium 417mg 12% Zinc 0.23mg 2% Copper 0.23mg 12% Manganese 0.15mg 8% Selenium 0.6μg 1% Water 80.8g ~ Ash 1.39g ~ Useful Stats Percent of Daily Calorie Target (2000 calories) 3.4% Percent Water Composition 80.8% Protein to Carb Ratio (g/g) 0.18g

How to choose Guavas: The most important thing to consider when choosing a guava is the smell. Find a guava that smells sweet and it will taste good. Some discolorations on the skin are OK, just avoid any fruits with obvious damage or rotting. A guava will yield when mild pressure is applied and this is a sign that the guava is ripe and ready to eat.
Climate and origin: Guavas originated in tropical portions of Central and South America, and are now widely cultivated in tropical climates all over the world. (zones 8-10 in the U.S.) Guava is a hearty plant and can be grown under green houses in colder climates.
Taste: Guava has a fragrant sweet taste and a mushy texture.
Miscellaneous information: The amount of vitamin C in guavas varies by type. Notably, a Strawberry Guava contains less than a quarter of the vitamin C found in a Common Guava.