Cranberry and Guava
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Kidney stone treatment, Scurvy treatment, Ulcer prevention
Cancer prevention, Diarrhea treatment, Prevents constipation, Scurvy treatment, Treatment of dysentary
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Strengthens bones
Controls blood pressure, Cures cough, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Treatment of dandruff
Prevents hair loss
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips
Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Runny nose, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Wheezing
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Nausea, Stomach pain, Vomiting
Hair thinning, Nail thinning, Skin problems, Tooth decay, Weakness, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
Yes
Best Time to Eat
Any time except an hour after meal, Don't consume at night and before bed
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)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
12.20 g
39
14.30 g
30
Fiber
4.60 g
12
5.40 g
8
Sugar
4.04 g
99+
8.90 g
30
Protein
0.39 g
99+
2.50 g
5
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.03
25
0.18
9
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
3.00 mcg
32
31.00 mcg
16
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.01 mg
99+
0.07 mg
13
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg
38
0.04 mg
23
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg
99+
1.08 mg
7
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.30 mg
14
0.45 mg
6
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.06 mg
30
0.11 mg
14
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
1.00 mcg
34
49.00 mcg
3
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
13.30 mg
99+
228.30 mg
1
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
1.20 mg
7
0.73 mg
15
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
5.10 mcg
14
2.60 mcg
24
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
5,204.00 mcg
1
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
91.00 mcg
14
0.00 mcg
36
Choline
5.50 mg
23
7.60 mg
13
Fat
0.13 g
40
0.95 g
7
Minerals
Potassium
85.00 mg
99+
417.00 mg
10
Iron
0.25 mg
40
0.26 mg
39
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
8.00 mg
37
18.00 mg
23
Magnesium
6.00 mg
29
22.00 mg
11
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.23 mg
12
Phosphorus
13.00 mg
33
40.00 mg
8
Manganese
0.36 mg
11
0.15 mg
21
Copper
0.06 mg
36
0.23 mg
5
Selenium
0.10 mcg
16
0.60 mcg
10
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
22.00 mg
24
112.00 mg
6
Omega 6s
33.00 mg
99+
288.00 mg
5
Sterol
Water Content
87.13 g
25
80.80 g
99+
Ash
0.20 g
99+
1.40 g
5
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
46.00 kcal
27
68.00 kcal
15
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
42.00 kcal
21
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
308.00 kcal
16
325.00 kcal
13
Calories in Canned Form
151.00 kcal
2
57.00 kcal
19
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
54.00 kcal
26
55.00 kcal
25
Calories in Jam
150.00 kcal
33
240.00 kcal
21
Calories in Pie
164.00 kcal
99+
340.00 kcal
11
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Autumn
All seasons
Varieties
Early Black, Howes, Ben Lear and Stevens
Lucknow 49, Allahabad Safeda, Chittidar, Harijha, Apple guava, Hafshi, Arka Mridula and Allahabad Surkha
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Red
Green, Pink, Yellow
Inside Color
White
White
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Crispy
Taste
Bitter, Tart
Sweet-Sour
Origin
North America
Central America, Mexico, South America
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Sandy, Well-drained
Loam, Rocky, Sandy
Soil pH
4.5-5
4.5-7
Climatic Conditions
Warm
Sunny
Facts
Facts about
- Europeans thought the cranberry blossom looked like the head of a sandhill crane, hence the name Cranberry.
- They are also known as bounce berries as they bounce when they ripe.
- Cranberries do not grow in water.
- 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.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
United States of America
India
Other Countries
Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bulgaria, Canada, Latvia, Macedonia, NA, Romania, Tunisia, Ukraine
China, Indonesia, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines, Thailand
Top Importer
Europe
Canada
Top Exporter
United States of America
India
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Vaccinium Macrocarpon
Psidium guajava
Synonym
Oxycoccus macrocarpus
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Rosidae
Order
Ericales
Myrtales
Family
Ericaceae
Myrtaceae
Genus
Vaccinium
Psidium
Species
Vaccinium macrocarpon
Psidium guajava
Generic Group
Heath
Myrtle
Difference Between Cranberry and Guava
We might think that Cranberry and Guava are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Cranberry and Guava Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Cranberry and Guava is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Cranberry and Guava with peel is 46.00 kcal and 68.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Cranberry and Guava belong to Low Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Cranberry and Guava is Ericales and Myrtales respectively. Cranberry belongs to Ericaceae family and Guava belongs to Myrtaceae family. Cranberry belongs to Vaccinium genus of Vaccinium macrocarpon species and Guava belongs to Psidium genus of Psidium guajava species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
