Is Bayabas (guava) good for you?
Bayabas (guava) is a fruit. It has about 5 g net carbs and 2.6 g protein per 100 g. Here's how Susta judges it — and why the answer changes with your goal.
Bayabas (guava): verdict by goal
The details
Blood sugar: Very high fibre for a fruit, so it's gentler on blood sugar than most — still a 'limit' if you're strictly resetting glucose or on keto.
How to choose: Fragrant, gives slightly to the touch.
How to use it: Eat whole (high fibre), or the sour green ones in sinigang.
How to store: Counter to ripen; fridge when ripe.
Sensible portion: 1 small, daily
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