Passion fruit contains 17 kinds of amino acids, rich in carotene, vitamins and various trace elements. It has the functions of beauty, detoxification, anti-aging and strong health care.
The value of passion fruit.
Medicinal.
Its roots, stems and leaves can be used as medicine, which has the functions of exciting, strengthening the body, clearing heat and refreshing, beautifying and beautifying the body, nourishing and strengthening the body, preventing stomach, intestinal inflammation, relieving pain, and improving the human body.
Edible.
The fruit contains yellow juice and black seeds, containing protein, fat, sugar and various vitamins and amino acids.
Nutritious, sweet and sour, it has the aroma of pomegranate, banana, strawberry, lemon, mango, sour plum and other fruits.
It can be processed into fruit juice, fruit dew, jam, jelly, lozenges, etc. Mainly processed into fruit juice for consumption.
Economy.
The peel is thick and hard and can be used as fodder and as a pectin extract. The seeds are pressed for oil, which is edible and can be used to make soap and paint.
Ornamental value.
The flowers are large and beautiful and can be used as garden ornamental plants.
How to choose passion fruit?
1. Look at the appearance.
When buying passion fruit, pay attention to the appearance first. The shape of passion fruit is approximately round, which is more uniform and correct. Ripe passion fruit peels are slightly wrinkled or pitted, and the green on the surface fades and gradually turns red, usually dark red to bright red.
2. Weight.
When buying passion fruit, we can choose two about the same size and measure them in our hands. Heavier passion fruit has more flesh and juice, more ripeness, and better taste.
3. Shake it.
When buying passion fruit, we can pick it up and shake it. If you can feel the pulp vibrate, don't buy this passion fruit. May not be fresh.
4. Smell.
Passion fruit is known for its unique aroma, so the better the quality of the passion fruit, the stronger the aroma. When we buy passion fruit, we might as well smell it.
Which three people can't eat passion fruit?
Those allergic to passion fruit:
If you are allergic to the ingredients of passion fruit, people who have allergic reactions after eating passion fruit should use it with caution. Severe allergic reactions can be life-threatening.
People with poor gastrointestinal function:
People with indigestion or stomach problems should try to eat less passion fruit, especially on an empty stomach.
Because passion fruit contains a lot of citric acid and organic acids, these acidic substances will stimulate the gastric mucosa after the patient eats it, resulting in excessive gastric acid secretion, further damage to the gastric wall, causing gastrointestinal discomfort and even nausea.
Infants and toddlers:
Passion fruit contains a lot of acidic substances. For infants and young children, the gastrointestinal mucosa is relatively fragile, and passion fruit will stimulate the gastrointestinal tract and cause discomfort.
Passion fruit soaked in water is a great drink.