Common name:
Feijoa
Local name:
Feijoeira, Goiaba
Country:
Brazil
Food Group(s):
Fruit
Part of plant/stage of process:
pulp, with seeds, peeled, raw
Low in calories and rich in iodine, minerals and vitamin C, the fruits are also known for being rich in antioxidants, possessing bacteria-killing properties and containing flavonoids that stimulate the immune response.