Figs vs Guava – Which is Healthier?

Our Verdict

When comparing figs to guava, we picked the figs.

Why?

This one’s pretty straightforward:

In terms of macros, figs have slightly more carbs while guava has nearly 2x the fiber (and figs were already good for that), as well as about 3x the protein, but the numbers are smaller there. In any case, a clear win for guava.

In the category of vitamins, figs have more of vitamins B2 and K, while guava has more of vitamins A, B1, B3, B5, B9, C, E, and choline, including for some very notable margins, especially the vitamin C (of which guavas are a very good source, and figs aren’t). Another very clear win for guava.

When it comes to minerals, figs have more calcium and iron, while guava has more copper, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, and zinc. One more win for guava.

It’s worth noting that guava also has a much higher polyphenol content, so that’s another point guava.

Adding up the sections makes for a clear overall win for guava, but by all means enjoy either or both; figs are actually great too; they just don’t look it when standing next to guava!

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Enjoy!