Passion fruit, also known as passionflower, is an exotic fruit native to South America, where it has been used for centuries as a food source and as an element of traditional medicine.
Its bright yellow or purple skin hides a jelly-like pulp full of seeds that has a unique combination of sweetness and tartness.
Passion fruit is rich in vitamins A and C, as well as containing fiber and antioxidants.
Benefits of passion fruit:
- Supports digestion.
- Antioxidant properties.
- Reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
Nutritional value
Passion fruit has a low glycemic index (about 30).
In 100 g of fruit, there are approximately 97 calories, 2.2 g of protein, 0.4 g of fat, and 23.4 g of carbohydrates, of which 10 g are dietary fiber.
Passion fruit can be included in a keto diet, but with caution. This tropical fruit contains carbohydrates, and its consumption should be limited to not exceed daily carbohydrate allowances.
Recommended serving: 30-50 grams of passion fruit per day.
Interesting facts about passion fruit
Passion fruit belongs to the nightshade family. This family also includes well-known plants such as potatoes, tomatoes, and eggplants.
There are several species of passion fruit. The most popular among them are purple passion fruit (Passiflora edulis) and yellow passion fruit (Passiflora edulis f. flavicarpa).
Passion fruit is a tropical plant. It grows in South America but is also successfully cultivated in other tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
Passion fruit is known for its healing properties. In traditional medicine, it is used to improve digestion and relieve stress.
Passion fruit can be used in cosmetics. Passion fruit seed oil is often added to creams and lotions due to its moisturizing properties.
Passion fruit is not only a fruit but also an ornamental plant. Passion flowers are very beautiful and are often used in landscape design.
Passion fruit was first described by Europeans in the 16th century. Spanish conquistadors were the first to bring this fruit to Europe.
In different countries, passion fruit has different names. In some places, it is called “passion bloom” or “fruit of passion.”
Passion fruit contains alkaloids. These substances may have a calming effect and be used as a mild sedative.
