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Salmon with passion fruit sauce

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets (approximately 3/4 inches thick)
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 small onion, shredded
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 cup frozen passion fruit pulp (or homemade)
  • 1/2 cup table cream or crème fraîche
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup cilantro, finely chopped
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PASSION FRUIT DURING PREGNANCY: IS IT SAFE?

Is passion fruit safe during pregnancy

By L.a.

 PASSION FRUIT DURING PREGNANCY: IS IT SAFE?

The most common question we receive every day about passion fruit is how about passion fruit during pregnancy? Is it safe for pregnant women? After asking for the experts and refer to many different documents, we come to the conclusion that passion fruit is definitely an amazing fruit for pregnant women. 

Promoting the growth of the fetus

As mentioned in a previous entry, there are many vitamins and minerals in the passion fruit such as vitamin A, vitamin C, fiber which are necessary for the development of the fetus. So, if you want your baby to develop well, consuming passion fruit is essential.

Ensuring strong and healthy bone of mom

The fruit is rich in minerals like phosphorus, iron, magnesium, and copper. So when pregnant women eat this fruit regularly, it will be very beneficial for the bones not only of them but also their child. Also, it helps women reduce the risk of osteoporosis and joint aches.

Strength & stamina

This subtropical fruit is abundant in fiber. Consuming a small amount of passion fruit during pregnancy provides the pregnant women about 98% of the essential nutritional needs for the digestive system. Also, fiber helps improve bowel movements and prevents the risk of constipation – a common gastrointestinal symptom in pregnancy.

Reducing insomnia

Alkaloids in the fruit maintain the sedation, minimize tuberculosis, anxiety, insomnia for pregnant women. As a result, passion fruit is a smart choice for women.

Adjust blood pressure

Accounting for 7% of the nutritional value per 100g, potassium – an important mineral for the human body plays an important role as a medicine that improves blood flow. Thus, pregnant women eating this fruit regularly can adjust blood pressure and improve the cardiovascular system during 9 months of pregnancy.

Boost immune system

Consuming passion fruit enhances the immune system for pregnant women because they contain high levels of vitamin C, beta-cryptoxanthin and alpha-carotene. These antioxidants will neutralize the activity of free radicals, prevent cell damage and reduce oxidation. On the other hand, by boosting the immune system, pregnant women will reduce the risk of infections and enjoy a safe pregnancy.

Consequently, it helps the pregnant feel better during the 9-month 

Improve eyesight

Vitamin A of passion fruit enriches the health of the eyes. It prevents our eyes from the risk of macular degeneration and vision loss. Moreover, it soothes eye inflammation and declines the chance of developing eye infections. 

Rejuvenate the skin

Passion fruit is full of antioxidants like Vitamin C, and Vitamin A which help to reduce the production of free radicals that cause skin aging in our body. 

Moreover, these beneficial compounds reduce the stretch mark.

Vitamin A helps the membranes are healthy and well functioning. Vitamin C supports collagen production that prevents skin cells from damage related to aging. Also, Vitamin C ensures sufficient collagen level which takes responsibility for the structure and firmness of the skin. The more collagen produced, the younger the skin is. 

On the other hand, beneficial compounds of the fruit can protect the skin from UV rays and pollution. 

Passion fruit is an indispensable factor for pregnant women. If you consumed it already, let share your experience with us. Otherwise, try it now to feel the miracle.

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Passion fruit: Nutrition and benefits

Passion fruit: Nutrition and benefits

Passion fruit is a low calorie, high nutrient fruit which is highly recommended to consume by the nutritionists.

GENERAL INFORMATION

There are three typical main types, but at Fresh Exotic, we are currently supplying the purple passion fruit which is known as the best quality. 

Purple passion fruit is a year-round fruit so you can consume it anytime you want. 

WHAT MAKES FRESH EXOTIC PURPLE PASSION FRUIT DISTINCTIVE COMPARED TO OTHER BRAND ON THE MARKET?

 

The products are provided by Fresh Exotic- a prestigious brand specializing in supplying Global Gap and FairTrade fruits and vegetables to European and American markets.

The purple passion fruit is subtropical. Luckily, our farm is in a highland region with subtropical highland climate and temperatures are mild throughout the year. Additionally, the land of our farm is considered as one of the best soil for plant and vegetation. As a result, the tree on our farm will give the juiciest passion fruits. 

We use clean and environmentally friendly material during cultivation, so the passion fruit at Fresh Exotic is really safe and healthy.

THE HIGH NUTRITIONAL VALUE OF PURPLE PASSION FRUIT

 

  • It is well provided for vitamin C

Per 100g of this fruit contains about 30mg of vitamin C – a powerful water-soluble anti-oxidant.

 

  • The fruit is a very good source of dietary fiber.

An amount of 100g fruit pulp consists of 10.4 g of fiber. 

 

  • Purple granadilla brings an excellent level of vitamin A

There are about 8% of vitamin A in this fresh fruit. 

 

  • The purple granadilla includes potassium 

A 100g- raw of this fruit has 2% of potassium which helps regulate heart rate and blood pressure.

On the other hand, passion fruit contains many other vitamins and minerals such as vitamin E, calcium, iron, copper….

AMAZING BENEFITS OF CONSUMING PURPLE PASSION FRUIT

Besides its most miraculous effects of preventing cancer thanks to the beneficial compounds, this fruit has a lot of amazing benefits. 

 

A smart choice for a glowing skin

Passion fruit is full of antioxidants like Vitamin C, and Vitamin A which help to reduce the production of free radicals that cause skin aging in our body.

Vitamin A helps the membranes are healthy and well functioning. Vitamin C supports collagen production that prevents skin cells from damage related to aging. Also, Vitamin C ensures sufficient collagen level which takes responsibility for the structure and firmness of the skin. The more collagen produced, the younger the skin is.

On the other hand, beneficial compounds of the fruit can protect the skin from UV rays and pollution.

Consuming passion fruit for bright eyesight.

Vitamin A of passion fruit enriches the health of the eyes. It prevents our eyes from the risk of macular degeneration and vision loss. Moreover, it soothes eye inflammation and declines the chance of developing eye infections.

Lower blood pressure.

The significant potassium levels in this subtropical fruit satisfy up to 25% of the daily demand. Potassium acts as the vasodilator that keeps the veins and blood vessels relaxed. The blood will flow in the bloodstream without strain and tension with adequate potassium levels. Due to its potassium content, eating or drinking passion fruit will regulate normal blood pressure.

Improve immune system

As mentioned, this amazing fruit includes a lot of vitamins and minerals. As a result, enhancing the immune system is an obvious fact. So, if you get the flu or feel uncomfortable, a glass of fresh passion fruit is a must. Then, you will be better without using medical treatment.

Enhance the digestive system

The soluble fiber in the pulp and the rind of the fruit which works as a laxative and improves bowel movement is an ideal addition to a digestive-friendly diet.

This dietary fiber prevents constipation and reduces cholesterol by excreting it through feces.

Why choose our fruits? 

Our fruits highly comply with food safety standards. 

The passion fruit at Fresh Exotic has international certifications such as FairTrade, Global Gap, ISO 22000:2018 & HACCP

You can have your own box design. 

Please contact us via mail [email protected] if you need more information.