Which tropical fruit treat gives you the bigger antioxidant payout -- guava or papaya?

Turns out guava is tops among tropical fruits when it comes to disease-fighting antioxidants. And it beats out more run-of-the-mill antioxidant superstars, too, like blueberries, raspberries, and apples.

And Fiber to Boot
The little fruits -- which come in a variety of shapes (round to oval) and colors (white to red) -- are particularly loaded with vitamin C and lycopene. And not only are they rich in age- and inflammation-fighting antioxidants like these, but they also were richest in fiber when compared with other tropical fruits in a recent study. Give guava a shot with this nectar-based Hawaiian Smoothie.

Something Different
Guava is one great way to rev up a boring bananas-and-oranges fruit bowl. So are these exotic, nutrition-packed treats:

• Lychee: It’s another antioxidant powerhouse. Find out what makes lychee a nutrition leader.
• Papaya: It could be your skin’s best friend. Here’s what it helps get rid of.
• Kiwifruit: Your ticker loves this fuzzy fruit. Here’s why.

Recipe Corner
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