Facts About Guava & Guava Juice in the USA

We selected the most popular brands on the market and analyzed it carefully.

Here’s what we found:

About the Juice

Short Answer

Guava juice isn’t a healthy daily choice. It’s high in sugar (often with added sugar), low in protein and fat, and contains little fiber. It’s fine occasionally—especially if fortified or enjoyed as a treat—but shouldn’t be consumed daily, particularly by children, people with diabetes, or those trying to lose weight.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Guava Juice in U.S.market

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Why Guava Juice Isn’t Very Healthy

High sugar: 29 g per serving (18 g added), which can contribute to weight gain, cavities, and higher diabetes risk.
Low protein and fat: Only 2 g protein and 0 g fat, so it won’t keep you full and energy drops quickly.
Limited fiber: 4 g fiber offers some benefit but doesn’t offset the sugar.
Some positives: Provides 100% of daily Vitamin C and decent potassium, but these don’t outweigh the downsides.

Perspective: Sugar vs. Daily Limits

U.S. guidelines: <10% of calories from added sugar = 50 g per day.
- One serving (18 g added sugar) = 36% of that limit.
WHO’s lower target: 25 g per day.
- One serving = 72% of that lower limit.
18 g sugar = 4.5 teaspoons of added sugar.

If Someone Drinks the Whole Container (16 Servings)

Nutrient

Total

Calories

2,240 kcal

Total Sugar

464 g

Added Sugar

288 g

Total Carbs

544 g

Fiber

64 g

Protein

32 g

Vitamin C

1,440 mg

Over 1,100 kcal come from added sugar alone — that’s more than half the calories in the entire container.

Who Should Avoid or Limit It

People with diabetes or prediabetes
Children (especially under 12)
Anyone managing weight, triglycerides, or dental health
Pregnant woman.

Smarter Alternatives

Dilute the juice with water or sparkling water (50/50) to reduce sugar per serving.
Eat whole guava instead — more fiber, fewer calories.
Choose unsweetened drinks like water, sparkling water, or unsweetened tea most of the time.
Pair a serving with protein or healthy fats (e.g., nuts, yogurt) to reduce blood sugar spikes.
Look for no added sugar versions.

Health & Nutrition Analysis

High sugar content: 23g per serving (with 18g added sugars) — quite high, contributing 36% of daily recommended added sugar intake per serving.
No fat, protein, or fiber, so it provides mostly quick carbohydrates with minimal satiety or nutritional balance.
Contains both natural (fruit) sugars and added sweeteners (HFCS and sucralose) — likely to enhance flavor while controlling cost and calorie perception.
Low sodium and no cholesterol, making it non-problematic in those respects.
The 25% juice content indicates it’s primarily a flavored beverage rather than pure juice.

Final Note

1. Most guava juices sold in the U.S. contain little to no real guava.

2. They’re often made with sugary syrups, flavorings, and colorants — ingredients that can harm long-term health.

3. Manufacturers often market them with images of fresh guavas, creating a misleading impression.

4. Importing and promoting these artificially flavored juices should be re-evaluated, as they contribute to public health issues and unnecessary spending.

About Guava

“We observed the following types of guavas being sold in markets across the United States.”

Guava in U.S Market

Grade A from our farm in Egypt

Ready to export to Russia

Grade B from our farm in Egypt

Ready For local Market

“This is the quality of guava we aim to produce on our farm, following the same standards used in Egypt. The picture below is from our family farm, where the crop was prepared for export and shipped from Alexandria Airport to Moscow, Russia.”. (Grade A)

“The image above is from our family farm, where the guava is prepared and ready for distribution within Egypt.”. (Grade B)

Let’s compare the two types of guavas commonly found in the U.S. market that people eat every day.

First, the guava sold in the U.S. is considered a low-quality variety. In Egypt, it’s called “falling,” and farmers typically feed it to cows, sheep, or horses. If a farmer doesn’t own any animals, they mix this type of guava with other materials and soil to use it as compost.

It’s a shame that people in the U.S.A. are eating these types of guavas, which are imported from Mexico or other countries in South America.

In ancient Egyptian thought, a nation forfeited its independence the moment it relied on others for its sustenance. Agriculture, they held, was the primary pillar of civilization—preceding industry and serving as the cornerstone of sustainable development. Through this dedication to self-sufficiency, Egypt was able to support the ancient world for seven consecutive years.

“After the project’s initiation, our team will develop a research and experimentation center, similar to our established facilities in Egypt, to conduct controlled field trials and breed guava varieties with enhanced cold tolerance. The aim is to transition guava from a tropical species intolerant of mild cold into one capable of thriving in approximately 40% of U.S. states characterized by temperate, snow-free climates. This center will constitute a significant advancement in guava improvement, continuing our family’s 219-year history in Egypt of adapting guava from its tropical origins to Mediterranean environments.”

Let us work to strengthen American agriculture. Together, we can ensure a more secure and prosperous future.

“These findings have motivated us to carefully develop our project since 2018.”