Guava is believed to have originated either in Southern Mexico or Brazil.

The level of Vitamin C in the edible rind of the Guava is five times higher than that of an orange.

This tropical delight is also a good source of fibre, about 70 times more than can be found in an orange. And it contains Calcium, Potassium and Iron. An average size Guava contains 10 times more Vitamin A than a Lemon.

Guavas contain both major classes of antioxidant pigments -- carotenoids and polyphenols, giving them relatively high dietary antioxidant value among plant foods

There are 150 different varieties of Guava. A medium size one contains about 25 calories.