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One Medium Guava (55g) Nutritional Analysis

Recommended Daily Amount:

1-2 medium guavas per day is considered optimal for most healthy adults.

Guava Nutritional Information (Per 1 Guava)

MACRONUTRIENTS

Calories: 37 kcal
Daily Need: 2000 kcal | % of Daily Need: 1.9%
Notes: Very low calorie

Carbohydrates: 8g
Daily Need: 300g | % of Daily Need: 2.7%
Notes: Mostly natural sugars

Dietary Fiber: 3g
Daily Need: 25g (women), 38g (men) | % of Daily Need: 12-8%
Notes: Excellent source

Protein: 1.4g
Daily Need: 46g (women), 56g (men) | % of Daily Need: 3-2.5%
Notes: Small contribution

Total Fat: 0.5g
Daily Need: 65g | % of Daily Need: 0.8%
Notes: Very low fat

VITAMINS

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Vitamin C: 125mg
Daily Need: 75mg (women), 90mg (men) | % of Daily Need: 167-139%
Notes: Exceeds daily needs!

Vitamin A: 341 IU (102 mcg)
Daily Need: 700 mcg (women), 900 mcg (men) | % of Daily Need: 15-11%
Notes: Good source

Vitamin K: 1.4 mcg
Daily Need: 90 mcg (women), 120 mcg (men) | % of Daily Need: 1.6-1.2%
Notes: Small amount

Vitamin E: 0.4mg
Daily Need: 15mg | % of Daily Need: 2.7%
Notes: Small amount

Niacin (B3): 0.6mg
Daily Need: 14mg (women), 16mg (men) | % of Daily Need: 4.3-3.8%
Notes: Small contribution

MINERALS

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Potassium: 229mg
Daily Need: 3500mg | % of Daily Need: 6.5%
Notes: Good for heart health

Calcium: 10mg
Daily Need: 1000mg | % of Daily Need: 1%
Notes: Minimal amount

Iron: 0.1mg
Daily Need: 18mg (women), 8mg (men) | % of Daily Need: 0.6-1.3%
Notes: Very small amount

Zinc: 0.1mg
Daily Need: 8mg (women), 11mg (men) | % of Daily Need: 1.3-0.9%
Notes: Very small amount

ANTIOXIDANTS

Lycopene: 5.2mg
No established RDA
Notes: Powerful antioxidant

Beta-carotene: 374 mcg
No established RDA
Notes: Converts to Vitamin A

Best Time to Eat Guava

  1. Morning (Empty or Mid-Morning Stomach)
    • Boosts digestion & metabolism.
    • Gives natural energy and Vitamin C kick to start the day.
    • Works great as a mid-morning snack (10–11 AM).
  2. Afternoon Snack (3–5 PM)
    • Keeps you full till dinner.
    • Helps control cravings and supports weight loss.

Key Highlights:

  • Vitamin C Champion: One guava provides MORE than your entire daily vitamin C requirement
  • 🌟 Fiber Rich: Provides 8-12% of daily fiber needs in just 37 calories
  • 💚 Low Calorie: Less than 2% of daily calories while being nutrient-dense
  • 🎯 Heart Healthy: Good potassium content supports cardiovascular health
  • 🛡️ Antioxidant Power: Rich in lycopene and other protective compounds

Daily values based on a 2000-calorie diet for healthy adults. Individual needs may vary based on age, gender, activity level, and health status.

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