Guava vs Pear – Which is Healthier?
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Our Verdict
When comparing guava to pear, we picked the guava.
Why?
It wasn’t close:
In terms of macros, guava has nearly 2x the fiber and 7x the protein, while pears have slightly more carbs, so this is an easy win for guava, mostly because of the fiber (since the protein numbers are small on both sides).
In the category of vitamins, guava has a lot more of vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9, C, and E, while pears have slightly more vitamin K; another easy win for guavas.
Looking at minerals, guavas have more calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, and zinc, while pears are not higher in any mineral—a one-sided victory for guava here!
In other considerations, guavas have a lot more polyphenols, so that’s another strong point in their favor.
Adding up the sections is not difficult mathematics today; it’s a very clear overall win for guava. Still, do enjoy either or both, as diversity is best!
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