Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation
Guava is a traditional Ayurvedic fruit valued for its sweet, astringent, sour taste and cooling potency.
Traditional Preparation (Samskara)
Eat ripe at midday; the seeds are rough — chew well or scoop around them for weak digestion.
Classical Provenance: Post-classical (New World); modern Ayurvedic texts.
Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)
- with black salt and chili (street tradition)
- ripe fruit alone
Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)
- Contraindication: vata excess (seeds and unripe fruit)
- Contraindication: constipation-prone (unripe, astringent fruit)
Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Guava
Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 fruit (55g):
