PASSION FRUIT
Passion fruit is a widely loved fruit by the global consumer. It has two varieties, purple and yellow skin passion fruit, though purple skin passion fruit has higher economic value and is a major exported product of many countries. The purple passion fruit plant originated in subtropical South America, a native from Brazil to northern Argentina. At the present, passion fruit is being cultivated in many tropical regions across the world.
A sweet exotic fruit, it’s most ripe when it’s all wrinkly. Although small in size, inside the smooth and thick leathery skin, passion fruit has a dark eye-catching yellow flesh and edible black seed that provide a crunchy texture. The taste is refreshing, sweet with a bit of sour note
Passion fruit can be eaten fresh by scooping the flesh out of the halved fruit with a spoon. In addition to drinking directly, passion fruit can be used in other dishes such as cakes, jellies, or soft drinks to take advantage of the great benefits contained in passion fruit.
Passion fruit is known to be a fruit with a high content of good nutrients such as vitamins and minerals that promote health and help the body against diseases.
Passion fruit is rich in potassium and minerals, which play an important role in regulating blood pressure, helping to relax blood vessels, and increasing blood flow, thereby reducing stress and especially helping to improve health. healthy cardiovascular system. Vitamin A, vitamin C, and some other amino acids in the fruit help promote white blood cell activity, prevent infection, antioxidants and protect the immune system. Moreover, its large amount of citric acid can clean all dirt, bacteria, and unclog pores, preventing the formation of acne blocks.
Nutrition value (per 100g):
- Calories: 97 kcal;
- Carbohydrates: 23.4 g
- Dietary Fibers: 10.4g
- Protein: 2.2g
- Vitamin C: 30 mg
- Vitamin A: 64 μg
- Β-carotene: 743 μg
- Potassium: 348 mg
– Production Lead Time: 7-15 days upon packaging requirements
– Storage temperature: Stored in a cool, dry place at 6 to 8°C and CBM 25%