Foraged Foods / Edible Wild Plants
Guava lvs
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 131kcal / 2530kcal (5%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 4.5 g/ 71g (6%) | ||||
Total Fat | 2.4 g/ 42g (5%) low | ||||
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Total Carbs | 22.9 g/ 348g (6%) | ||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.08 mg/ 1mg (6%) |
Vit B2 | 0.08 mg/ 1mg (6%) |
Vit B3 | 1.2 mg NE/ 16mg NE (7%) |
Vit C | 93 mg/ 70mg (132%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 301 mg/ 750mg (40%) high |
Phosphorus | 79 mg/ 700mg (11%) |
Iron | 5.3 mg/ 12mg (44%) high |
Sodium | 11 mg/ 1500mg (0.73%) very low |
What is this food?
Guava leaves (guava lvs) — the leaves used as a tea or infusion. They’re not the fruit, but they’re commonly used as a herbal drink in the Philippines.
Why it matters to health
Guava leaves contain dietary fiber and carbohydrates, with relatively low sugar per 100 g (about 2.1 g). The fiber can help you feel full and support regular digestion, which is helpful when you’re doing 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks a day. They’re also low in sodium (about 11 mg) and cholesterol (0 mg), which fits well with heart-friendly eating. Since the drink is still a food/herbal infusion, it’s best to pair it with balanced meals rather than rely on it alone.
Healthier tips
- Use guava leaves as a tea/infusion alongside your meals or as a snack drink (not a replacement for meals).
- If you add sweeteners, keep it minimal—aim to keep your overall daily sugar low.
- For better balance, pair your snack with protein or healthy fats (e.g., nuts, boiled egg, yogurt) so you stay satisfied.
- Watch portions: since the serving data is per 100 g, start with a small cup and see how it fits your day.
Common Filipino dishes
Guava leaves tea, sinigang (with added herbs/leaf infusions), nilagang baka (herb-infused broth), ginataang gulay (served with leafy sides), fresh fruit snacks with unsweetened tea
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