Guava is a sweet tropical fruit and comes in as white or red guavas. A medium guava weighs about 55 grams and provides 8 grams of carbohydrates, 3 grams of fiber, and 1 gram of protein.

Average calories: 36 per one medium.

Vitamins found in higher amounts: vitamin C, A, B9, B6 and B3. This fruit is very high in vitamin C, 130 mg per one medium fruit, which is twice more than that of a medium orange.

Minerals found in higher amounts: potassium, manganese, magnesium and copper.

Phytonutrients found in higher amounts and their health benefits: red guavas are high in carotenoids (beta-carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin) and polyphenols (gallocatechin and leucocyanidin).

Carotenoids are powerful antioxidants with ability to promote healthy eyes and vision. Polyphenols are pigments with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties.

Green guavas are poor in phytonutrients.