Fruit - Guava

Guava

Principle	Nutrient Value(100g)	Percentage of RDA
Energy	68 Kcal	3.5%
Carbohydrates	14.3 g	11.5%
Protein	2.55 g	5%
Total Fat	0.95 g	3%
Cholesterol	0 mg	0%
Dietary Fiber	5.4 g	14%
Vitamins
Folates	49 µg	12.5%
Niacin	1.084 mg	7%
Pantothenicacid	0.451 mg	9%
Pyridoxine	0.110 mg	8.5%
Riboflavin	0.040 mg	3%
Thiamin	0.067 mg	5.5%
Vitamin A	624 IU	21%
Vitamin C	228 mg	396%
Vitamin E	0.73 mg	5%
Vitamin K	2.6 µg	2%
Electrolytes
Sodium	2 mg	0%
Potassium	417 mg	9%
Minerals
Calcium	18 mg	2%
Copper	0.230 mg	2.5%
Iron	0.26 mg	3%
Magnesium	22 mg	5.5%
Manganese	0.150 mg	6.5%
Phosphorus	11 mg	2%
Selenium	0.6 mcg	1%
Zinc	0.23 mg	2%
Phyto-nutrients
Carotene-β	374 µg	--
Crypto-xanthin-β	0 µg	--
Lycopene	5204 µg	--

1. Combat Cancer:The fruit is very rich source of soluble dietary fiber (5.4 g per 100 g of fruit, about 14% of DRA), which makes it a good bulk laxative. The fiber content helps protect the colon mucous membrane by decreasing exposure time to toxins as well as binding to cancer-causing chemicals in the colon.
   The fruit is a very good source of Vitamin-A, and flavonoids like beta-carotene, lycopene, lutein and cryptoxanthin. The compounds are known to have antioxidant properties and are essential for optimum health. Further, vitamin-A is also required for maintaining healthy mucus membranes and skin. Consumption of natural fruits rich in carotene is known to protect from lung and oral cavity cancers.
   100 g of pink guava fruit provides 5204 µg of lycopene, nearly twice the amount that in tomatoes. (100 g tomato contains 2573 µg of lycopene). Studies suggest that lycopene in pink guavas prevents skin damage from UV rays and offers protection from prostate cancer.
2. Improves immune System:Scientific studies shown that regular consumption of fruits rich in vitamin C helps the body develop resistance against infectious agents and scavenge cancer causing harmful free radicals from the body. Further, the vitamin is required for collagen synthesis within the body. Collagen is the main structural protein in the human body required for maintaining the integrity of blood vessels, skin, organs, and bones.
3. Control Heart rate and BP:Fresh fruit is a very rich source of potassium. It contains more potassium than other fruits like banana weight per weight. Potassium is an important component of cell and body fluids that helps controlling heart rate and blood pressure.
4. Production for Red blood cells:Further, the fruit is also a moderate source of B-complex vitamins such as pantothenic acid, niacin, vitamin-B6 (pyridoxine), vitamin E and K, as well as minerals like magnesium, copper, and manganese. Manganese is used by the body as a co-factor for the antioxidant enzyme, superoxide dismutase. Copper is required for the production of red blood cells.
5. Vomitings:Just smell guava when you feel vomit.
6. Kidney & Gall Bladder stones:Best cutter to break kidney stones.
   Blend guava flowers in ½ cup water and drink it. The best tip to remove gall bladder stone.
7. Teeth & Gums diseases:Guava tree skin/leaves boiled water gargling is best treatment for teeth gums diseases.
   Blend guava leaves with alum and gargle with it. Best to get rid from toothache.
8. Loose Motions:Use of guava leaves tea is one of the best tip to stop loose motions.
9. Eye Swelling:Application of paste of guava flower on swelling eyes is a best healer.
10. Worms in Stomach:Guava seeds are the worst enemy against stomach worms.
11. Fertiltiy:Munching on guava additionally supplies a lot of folate in your body. The vitamin folate is well known increasing the chances of fertility.
12. Healthy thyroid glandGuavas don’t consist of iodine; there’re good sources of copper, a mineral which plays a vital role in thyroid metabolism especially in hormone production and ingestion.
13. Stress:Magnesium is one of the essential mineral which can be obtained only from food products. Eating guavas might help relax the nerves along with muscles as its good source of magnesium content.
14. Healthy Brain:Vitamins B plays an important role in maintaining healthy brain. Guavas are rich in vitamin B3 and B6. Vitamin B3, also referred to as niacin encourages brain health and promotes blood circulation, and Vitamin B6, also referred to as pyridoxine, is usually an important nutrient that enhances the brain function.

1. Anti Aging:Best to repair damage skin cells repair and also good to maintain healthy, glowing skin.
2. Black Heads on Nose:If you have blackheads, you can blend the leaves of the guava fruit with little water and apply it as a scrub on your nose to remove blackheads.
3. UV Rays Protection:Pink guavas contain twice the amount of lycopene present in tomatoes. Lycopene is an antioxidant that protects your skin from being damaged by UV rays and environmental pollution.
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1. Constipation :Eating seeds can cause stomach pain for few people. To keep away from constipation by eating guava just sprinkle dried ginger powder, black pepper powder and salt over it before eating.
   Try to eat guava after having your meal. Before meal it can cause constipation.
2. Gastritis :Excessive use of guava can cause gastriti problem.
3. Soar Throat:Never drink water after eating this may cause sore throat.

1. Season Available:In the tropical region, guavas are readily available year around.
2. Selection:Buy fresh fruits featuring intact skin without any cuts, bruises, or patches.
3. Storing:Placing the fruit wrapped in a paper with a banana or apple will hasten to ripen. Mature, yet green fruits may be stored for two to five weeks under the regulated temperature between 46°F and 55°F, and relative humidity of 85 to 95 percent. Over ripen fruits can keep well in the refrigerator only for few days.
4. Serving:Fresh ripe guava is best eaten as they are along with skin. Remove any floral remnants (sepals) at the apex, and then trim either ends with a sharp knife. It can be cubed, or sliced into as in apples.
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6. Cooking Tips:
   1. Guava fruit juice is a popular delicious drink in many parts.
   2. Sliced guava-cubes are a great addition to fruit salads.
   3. It is also often used in dessert preparations.
   4. The fruit is also extensively used to make candies, preserves, jellies, jams, marmalade, etc.