Pear and Guava
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis prevention, Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care
Cancer prevention, Diarrhea treatment, Prevents constipation, Scurvy treatment, Treatment of dysentary
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Controls blood sugar levels, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Sore throat treatment
Controls blood pressure, Cures cough, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Shiny hair
Prevents hair loss
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Anaphylaxis, Digestive Problems, Itching, Skin Rashes, Swelling
Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Runny nose, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Wheezing
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
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
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, 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
15.23 g
26
14.30 g
30
Fiber
3.10 g
19
5.40 g
8
Sugar
9.75 g
24
8.90 g
30
Protein
0.36 g
99+
2.50 g
5
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.03
25
0.18
9
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
1.00 mcg
36
31.00 mcg
16
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.01 mg
99+
0.07 mg
13
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
33
0.04 mg
23
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.16 mg
99+
1.08 mg
7
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.05 mg
99+
0.45 mg
6
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.03 mg
99+
0.11 mg
14
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
7.00 mcg
28
49.00 mcg
3
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
4.30 mg
99+
228.30 mg
1
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.12 mg
35
0.73 mg
15
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
4.40 mcg
16
2.60 mcg
24
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
5,204.00 mcg
1
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
44.00 mcg
23
0.00 mcg
36
Choline
5.10 mg
24
7.60 mg
13
Fat
0.14 g
39
0.95 g
7
Minerals
Potassium
116.00 mg
99+
417.00 mg
10
Iron
0.18 mg
99+
0.26 mg
39
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
9.00 mg
35
18.00 mg
23
Magnesium
7.00 mg
28
22.00 mg
11
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.23 mg
12
Phosphorus
12.00 mg
34
40.00 mg
8
Manganese
0.05 mg
99+
0.15 mg
21
Copper
0.08 mg
27
0.23 mg
5
Selenium
0.10 mcg
16
0.60 mcg
10
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
1.00 mg
37
112.00 mg
6
Omega 6s
93.00 mg
20
288.00 mg
5
Sterol
Phytosterol
8.00 mg
10
Not Available
Water Content
83.96 g
99+
80.80 g
99+
Ash
0.32 g
37
1.40 g
5
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
57.00 kcal
19
68.00 kcal
15
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
325.00 kcal
13
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
57.00 kcal
19
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
65.00 kcal
19
55.00 kcal
25
Calories in Jam
240.00 kcal
21
240.00 kcal
21
Calories in Pie
282.00 kcal
27
340.00 kcal
11
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Autumn, Summer, Winter
All seasons
Varieties
Green Anjou, Red Anjou, Bartlett, Red Bartlett, Bosc, Comice, Concorde, Forelle, Seckel and Starkrimson
Lucknow 49, Allahabad Safeda, Chittidar, Harijha, Apple guava, Hafshi, Arka Mridula and Allahabad Surkha
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Yellow
Green, Pink, Yellow
Inside Color
White
White
Shape
Pear
Round
Texture
Grainy
Crispy
Taste
Crunchy, Sweet
Sweet-Sour
Origin
China, Japan
Central America, Mexico, South America
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clayey, Loamy, Sandy
Loam, Rocky, Sandy
Soil pH
5-7.5
4.5-7
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Hot, Without frosts
Sunny
Facts
Facts about
- The first pear tree was planted in North America in 1620.
- The Chinese considered the pear fruit to be a symbol of immortality.
- This fruit was used as a natural remedy against nausea in ancient Greece.
- 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
China
India
Other Countries
Argentina, Belgium, India, Italy, Japan, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
China, Indonesia, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines, Thailand
Top Importer
Europe
Canada
Top Exporter
China
India
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Pyrus communis
Psidium guajava
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
Rosales
Myrtales
Family
Rosaceae
Myrtaceae
Genus
Pyrus
Psidium
Species
P. communis
Psidium guajava
Generic Group
Rose
Myrtle
Difference Between Pear and Guava
We might think that Pear and Guava are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Pear and Guava Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Pear and Guava is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Pear and Guava with peel is 57.00 kcal and 68.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Pear 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 Pear and Guava is Rosales and Myrtales respectively. Pear belongs to Rosaceae family and Guava belongs to Myrtaceae family. Pear belongs to Pyrus genus of P. communis species and Guava belongs to Psidium genus of Psidium guajava species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
