What is rambutan?

Rambutan is the edible fruits of the rambutan tree- a medium-sized tropical tree. The tree is commonly grown in various countries throughout tropical Southeast Asia, but it is the most well-known as a specialty of Vietnam.

It has an exotic exterior with the round to oval shape and covered with fleshy pliable spines outside. Although the spines look sharp, they are definitely soft. The spines help transpire the water, which can affect the fruit’s quality outside. When the fruit is ripe, its skin becomes red.

The fruit flesh is translucent, whitish with a sweet, mildly acidic flavor.

Planting area

Derived from the humid tropical Southeast Asia, the rambutan is one of the best-known fruits of the region. On the other hand, the tree is also widely grown in the tropics including Africa, the Caribbean islands, Panama, Costa Rica, India, Honduras, Ecuador, Sri Lanka, the Philippines, and the island of Puerto Rico.

Nutritional value

The rambutan fruit concludes many different vitamins and minerals.

The total amount of calories in 100g rambutan meat up to 82kcal.

In 100 grams of flesh, there are around 1.3–2 grams of fiber which are similar to what our body gets when consuming the same quantity of apples, oranges or pears.

This fruit is also an abundant supply of vitamin C- a nutrient helps absorb dietary iron more easily. Also, vitamin C acts as an antioxidant, protecting our body’s cells against damage. Daily eating 5–6 rambutans will meet 50% of your daily vitamin C needs.

Furthermore, rambutan fruits offer copper. This mineral plays an important role in the growth and maintenance of various cells, including those of your bones, brain, and heart.

On the other hand, it contains a significant amount of potassium, manganese, iron, phosphorus, magnesium, and zinc as well. Eating 100 grams of fruit equivalent to about four fruits that will satisfy 20% of our daily copper needs and about 2–6% of the daily recommended amount of the other nutrients.

How to eat?

The skin and the seed are inedible, so removing them is necessary. The fruit flesh is very great. It can be directly consumed. Its flavor is similar to the lychee fruit, longan… but slightly more tart. It is considered a snack. Also, the rambutan also delicious muddled into cocktails or paired with other fruits in a tropical salad.

Where to buy rambutan?

It’s no coincidence that Southeast Asia, especially Vietnam is famous for rambutan. The humid tropical climate of Vietnam is very favorable for the growth and development of rambutan. As a result, the fruit here has the best quality ever. For more details, please feel free to contact us via [email protected]

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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

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