People are passionate about passion fruit – for good reason.
Passion Fruit is a shallow-rooted, tendril-covered evergreen that has many names and comes in a range of colors depending on the area from which it originates. The plant was native to Southern Brazil and Argentina, but today it’s grown in tropical and subtropical climates throughout the world.
The name was derived from religious symbolism of the crucifixion of Christ and is cherished in many cultures, with purple passion fruit being the most loved for its flowers and tastiness. The fruit is sweet and has a fragrant though acidulous scent.
Among its many health benefits, passion fruit is high in antioxidants, flavonoids, vitamins A and C, carotene, iron, copper, magnesium and phosphorus. Passion fruit contributes to increasing bone density and bone strength, reducing inflammation, retaining youthful skin, improving circulation and aiding in digestion, insomnia and weight loss. Researchers are also studying the potential for compounds in passion fruit to prevent or help treat some cancers, but these studies are preliminary and inconclusive.
With this long list of health-boosting benefits, passion fruit is a welcome addition to health foods and beverages, desserts, ice creams, yogurts, icings, cheesecakes, sparkling sodas, spirits and fruit juices. Additionally, with its positive effects on skin, passion fruit is frequently used in beauty products and anti-aging face creams and masques.
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