Guava and Pink Grapefruit
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Diarrhea treatment, Prevents constipation, Scurvy treatment, Treatment of dysentary
Arthritis prevention, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Liver health
General Benefits
Controls blood pressure, Cures cough, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Anti oxidant properties, Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Eye care, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Treatment of skin diseases
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss
Prevents hair loss, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Runny nose, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Lightheadedness, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Side Effects
Hair thinning, Nail thinning, Skin problems, Tooth decay, Weakness, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
No
Best Time to Eat
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)
As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
14.30 g
30
10.70 g
99+
Fiber
5.40 g
8
1.60 g
30
Sugar
8.90 g
30
6.90 g
99+
Protein
2.50 g
5
0.80 g
37
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.18
9
0.07
20
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
31.00 mcg
16
58.00 mcg
10
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.07 mg
13
0.04 mg
22
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.04 mg
23
0.03 mg
29
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
1.08 mg
7
0.20 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.45 mg
6
0.26 mg
19
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.11 mg
14
0.05 mg
34
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
49.00 mcg
3
13.00 mcg
22
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
228.30 mg
1
31.20 mg
27
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.73 mg
15
0.13 mg
34
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.60 mcg
24
0.00 mcg
36
Lycopene
5,204.00 mcg
1
1,419.00 mcg
5
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg
36
5.00 mcg
35
Choline
7.60 mg
13
7.70 mg
12
Fat
0.95 g
7
0.14 g
39
Minerals
Potassium
417.00 mg
10
135.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.26 mg
39
0.08 mg
99+
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
0.00 mg
21
Calcium
18.00 mg
23
22.00 mg
20
Magnesium
22.00 mg
11
9.00 mg
26
Zinc
0.23 mg
12
0.07 mg
26
Phosphorus
40.00 mg
8
18.00 mg
27
Manganese
0.15 mg
21
0.02 mg
99+
Copper
0.23 mg
5
0.03 mg
99+
Selenium
0.60 mcg
10
0.10 mcg
16
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
112.00 mg
6
8.00 mg
31
Omega 6s
288.00 mg
5
29.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Water Content
80.80 g
99+
88.06 g
20
Ash
1.40 g
5
0.36 g
35
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
68.00 kcal
15
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
42.00 kcal
18
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
325.00 kcal
13
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
57.00 kcal
19
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
55.00 kcal
25
39.00 kcal
36
Calories in Jam
240.00 kcal
21
250.00 kcal
19
Calories in Pie
340.00 kcal
11
320.00 kcal
14
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit, Tropical
Citrus, Tree fruit
Season
All seasons
All seasons
Varieties
Lucknow 49, Allahabad Safeda, Chittidar, Harijha, Apple guava, Hafshi, Arka Mridula and Allahabad Surkha
Rio Star, Flame, Thompson and Star Ruby
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Green, Pink, Yellow
Pink, Red
Inside Color
White
Pink
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Crispy
Succulent
Taste
Sweet-Sour
Sweet, Tangy
Origin
Central America, Mexico, South America
Barbados
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Loam, Rocky, Sandy
Loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
4.5-7
6-8
Climatic Conditions
Sunny
Humid, Warm
Facts
Facts about
- 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.
- Grapefruit is used to protect wooden tools due to its anti-fungal properties.
- It grows in clusters as grapes & hence called as grapefruit.
- This fruit tastes delicious when paired with fish, e.g. in fish salads.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
India
China
Other Countries
China, Indonesia, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines, Thailand
Argentina, India, Israel, Mexico, South Africa, Sudan, Thailand, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
Canada
Japan
Top Exporter
India
United States of America
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Psidium guajava
Citrus paradisi
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Myrtales
Sapindales
Family
Myrtaceae
Rutaceae
Genus
Psidium
Citrus
Species
Psidium guajava
C. × paradisi
Generic Group
Myrtle
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Guava and Pink Grapefruit
We might think that Guava and Pink Grapefruit are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Guava and Pink Grapefruit Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Guava and Pink Grapefruit is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Guava and Pink Grapefruit with peel is 68.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 42.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Guava and Pink Grapefruit 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 Guava and Pink Grapefruit is Myrtales and Sapindales respectively. Guava belongs to Myrtaceae family and Pink Grapefruit belongs to Rutaceae family. Guava belongs to Psidium genus of Psidium guajava species and Pink Grapefruit belongs to Citrus genus of C. × paradisi species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
