American Persimmon

Guava

American Persimmon and Guava

American Persimmon

Guava

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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

Anti-oxidant properties, Beneficial in curing fever, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension

Cancer prevention, Diarrhea treatment, Prevents constipation, Scurvy treatment, Treatment of dysentary

1.1.1 General Benefits

Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Improves blood circulation

Controls blood pressure, Cures cough, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold

1.2 Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Treatment of skin diseases

1.3 Hair Benefits

Good conditioner, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff

Prevents hair loss

1.4 Allergy

1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation

Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Runny nose, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Wheezing

1.5 Side Effects

Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Coagulation

Hair thinning, Nail thinning, Skin problems, Tooth decay, Weakness, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy

1.6 Recommeded for

1.6.1 Pregnant Women

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1.6.2 Lactating Women

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1.7 Best Time to Eat

Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal.

As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch)

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

33.50 g14.30 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

NA5.40 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

NA8.90 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

0.80 g2.50 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.020.18

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

NA31.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

NA0.07 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

NA0.04 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

NA1.08 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

NA0.45 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

NA0.11 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

NA49.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

66.00 mg228.30 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

NA0.73 mg

0 3.81

1.6.1 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

NA2.60 mcg

0 40.3

1.12.4 Lycopene

NA5,204.00 mcg

0 5204

1.12.5 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

NA0.00 mcg

0 834

1.12.6 Choline

NA7.60 mg

0 14.2

1.13 Fat

0.40 g0.95 g

0 33.49

1.14 Minerals

1.14.1 Potassium

310.00 mg417.00 mg

42 840

1.14.2 Iron

2.50 mg0.26 mg

0.06 9

1.14.3 Sodium

1.00 mg2.00 mg

0 1556

1.14.4 Calcium

27.00 mg18.00 mg

1 100

1.14.5 Magnesium

NA22.00 mg

0 92

1.14.6 Zinc

NA0.23 mg

0 2.7

1.14.7 Phosphorus

26.00 mg40.00 mg

0 113

1.14.8 Manganese

NA0.15 mg

0 3.3

1.14.9 Copper

NA0.23 mg

0 2

1.14.10 Selenium

NA0.60 mcg

0 63.7

1.15 Fatty Acids

1.15.1 Omega 3s

NA112.00 mg

0 318

1.15.2 Omega 6s

NA288.00 mg

0 1689

1.16 Sterol

1.16.1 Phytosterol

NANA

0 87

1.17 Water Content

64.40 g80.80 g

0 95.23

1.18 Ash

0.90 g1.40 g

0 87.1

2 Calories

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

127.00 kcal68.00 kcal

15 299

2.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

NANA

12 354

2.4 Calories in Frozen Form

NANA

0 187

2.5 Calories in Dried Form

276.00 kcal325.00 kcal

32 747

2.6 Calories in Canned Form

NA57.00 kcal

17 443

2.7 Calories in Foods

2.7.1 Calories in Juice

25.00 kcal55.00 kcal

17 461

2.7.2 Calories in Jam

345.00 kcal240.00 kcal

49 420

2.7.3 Calories in Pie

257.00 kcal340.00 kcal

80 450

3 Characteristics

3.1 Type

Berry, Tree fruit

Tree fruit, Tropical

3.2 Season

Autumn, Winter

All seasons

3.3 Varieties

Early Golden, John Rick, Miller, Woolbright and Ennis

Lucknow 49, Allahabad Safeda, Chittidar, Harijha, Apple guava, Hafshi, Arka Mridula and Allahabad Surkha

3.4 Seedless Variety

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3.5 Color

Orange, Red, Yellow

Green, Pink, Yellow

3.6 Inside Color

Yellow

White

3.7 Shape

Round

3.8 Texture

Juicy

Crispy

3.9 Taste

Sweet

Sweet-Sour

3.10 Origin

Eastern United States

Central America, Mexico, South America

3.11 Grows on

Trees

3.12 Cultivation

3.12.1 Soil Type

Sandy loam, Well-drained

Loam, Rocky, Sandy

3.12.2 Soil pH

6.5-7.54.5-7

3.5 10

3.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Can tolerate wide range of climates, Sunny

Sunny

4 Facts

4.1 Facts about

It is said that formation of seeds inside the persimmon fruit shows what type of winter is coming(type of snow).
There are about 2000 varieties of this fruit.
The American persimmon has another name 'Possumwood'.

The black pigment in Guava leaves is used for textile applications.
Guava leaves are used to make tea.
Oils extracted from guava seeds are used in various cosmetics.
Guava wood is used for decorative purposes.

4.2 In Alcoholic Beverages

4.2.1 Wine

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4.2.2 Beer

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4.2.3 Spirits

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4.2.4 Cocktails

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4.3 Production

4.3.1 Top Producer

China

India

4.3.2 Other Countries

Azerbaijan, Brazil, Costa Rica, Japan, Korea, Pakistan

China, Indonesia, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines, Thailand

4.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

Canada

4.3.4 Top Exporter

United States of America

India

5 Scientific Name

5.1 Botanical Name

Diospyros virginiana

Psidium guajava

5.2 Synonym

Not Available

6 Classification

6.1 Domain

Eukarya

6.2 Kingdom

Plantae

6.3 Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

6.4 Division

Magnoliophyta

6.5 Class

Magnoliopsida

6.6 Subclass

Dillenhidae

Rosidae

6.7 Order

Ericales

Myrtales

6.8 Family

Ebenaceae

Myrtaceae

6.9 Genus

Diospyros

Psidium

6.10 Species

D. virginiana

Psidium guajava

6.11 Generic Group

Not Available

Myrtle

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Difference Between American Persimmon and Guava

We might think that American Persimmon and Guava are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. American Persimmon and Guava Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between American Persimmon and Guava is explained here.

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh American Persimmon and Guava with peel is 127.00 kcal and 68.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, American Persimmon and Guava belong to High Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of American Persimmon and Guava is Ericales and Myrtales respectively. American Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family and Guava belongs to Myrtaceae family. American Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. virginiana species and Guava belongs to Psidium genus of Psidium guajava species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.