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Guava
Also called amrud, peru, perakka, jama pandu
A raw guava with white flesh, eaten with the skin. It is one of the highest-fibre fruits.
The short answer
Guava has about 32 kcal in a regular serving (1 medium guava, about 100 g), with 1.4 g of protein and 8.6 g of fibre. It rates 4.5/5 (very good fit) for weight management: it is low in calories for its weight and it is rich in fibre for its calories.
Reviewed by Deepu Oommen on 22 Oct 2026 · How we review
- Calories per serving
- 32 kcal
- 1 medium guava (about 100 g)
- For weight management
- 4.5 / 5Rated 4.5 out of 5. Very good fit for weight management
- Protein and fibre
- 1.4 g · 8.6 g
- per serving
- Brisk walking
- About 5 min
- uses similar energy (70 kg adult)
Guava nutrition
| Nutrient | Per serving (1 medium guava, about 100 g) | Per 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 32 kcal | 32 kcal |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 1.44 g |
| Carbohydrate | 5.1 g | 5.13 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g | 0.32 g |
| Fibre | 8.6 g | 8.59 g |
IFCT 2017 (ICMR-NIN), E028 Guava, white flesh (Psidium guajava). Source: IFCT 2017, National Institute of Nutrition (ICMR), 2017. Home and restaurant versions vary with the oil, rice and portion used.
Is guava good for weight management?
It rates 4.5/5, a very good fit, because it is low in calories for its weight and it is rich in fibre for its calories.
- Calories per gram (35% of the rating)0.32 kcal · 100/100
- Protein per 100 kcal (25% of the rating)4.5 g · 45/100
- Fibre per 100 kcal (20% of the rating)26.6 g · 100/100
- Portion (20% of the rating)32 of 200 kcal (snack) · 100/100
Each part is scored against fixed limits, then weighted. A higher rating does not mean a food causes weight loss. How the rating works
Lighter ways to have guava
- Eat it with the skin for more fibre
- Have it as a mid-morning snack instead of a packaged snack
- Sprinkle a little black pepper or chaat masala instead of sugar
- Choose a firm guava over guava juice
Common questions about guava
How many calories are in guava?
About 32 kcal in 1 medium guava, about 100 g, or 32 kcal per 100 g.
Is guava good for weight management?
It rates 4.5/5, a very good fit: it is low in calories for its weight and it is rich in fibre for its calories. See the lighter ways to have it on this page.
How much protein is in guava?
About 1.4 g in 1 medium guava, about 100 g, which is 4.5 g for every 100 kcal.
How much walking uses the energy in guava?
About 5 min of brisk walking for a 70 kg adult uses similar energy to one regular serving.
Is guava good for weight management?
It is a good choice. Guava gives about 32 kcal and over 8 g of fibre per 100 g, so it fills you up for few calories.
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