Fruit of the Month for November - Passionfruit

What is it?
Passionfruit come in several distinct types, varying in size, colour and taste. The most common, ones are the purple passionfruit - the size of an egg, round to egg-shaped with a thick, purple skin, which becomes dull and wrinkled as they ripen. Inside, the pulp is yellowish-orange, sweet and jelly-like with many edible, black seeds covered in jelly-like pulp. Some varieties are yellow, some are banana-shaped, others are larger than the purple passionfruit.

Is it good for me?
Passionfruit is a good source of vitamin C.  Vitamin C is a highly effective antioxidant as well as an immune builder preventing cold viruses.  It is also a structural component of bones and ligaments.  Passionfruit contains B complex vitamins including niacin and riboflavin.  The B complex vitamins are great for supporting the adrenals and therefore helps manage stress levels.  Riboflavin is important for body growth and red blood cell production and helps in releasing energy from carbohydrates.  Niacin is an important cholesterol lowering nutrient and important for healthy skin.  Passionfruit also has more iron than most fruits

How do I store it?
Store Passionfruit in a fruit bowl for up to 10 days or refrigerate for a longer period.

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