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GRANADILLA

Passiflora ligularis

The sweetest of all the Passifloras nature has to offer.  Though delicious, it may be cumbersome to eat, that is why we have invented a straw which allows a fun and easy experience for enjoying granadillas, without getting messy. Try it!

Nutritional information
1 serving per container
Slice size 100g
Amount per serving
Calories
100
% daily value*
Total fat 0g
0%
Saturated fat 0 g
0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0 mg
0%
Sodium 28 mg
2%
Total carbohydrates 23 g
8%
Dietary fiber 10 g
34%
Total sugars 11 g
Includes g of Added Sugars 0 %
Protein 1 g

Calcium 0mg
0%
Iron 5 mg
28%
Phosphorus 14 mg
2%
It is not a significant source of vitamin D or potassium.

The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much of a nutrient is in a serving of
food contributes to the daily diet. 2000 calories a day is used for general nutritional advice.

Source https://ndb.nal.usda.gov / January 2015

HOW TO EAT

HOW TO STORE

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RESEARCH AREAS

Research into the health benefits of this fruit is currently being carried out in the following areas:

Heart health
Digestive health
Respiratory health
Protection of the nervous system

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THE GRANADILLA IS…

A HIGH SOURCE OF VITAMIN C

One serving (100gr) of granadilla provides 33% of the recommended daily intake of vitamin C. This vitamin helps support the immune system; it also helps with wound healing, the production of collagen, and it increases the amount of iron that our bodies can absorb from plants. Granadilla is also rich in antioxidants (flavonoids), which help our bodies fight toxins and free radicals.

A GOOD SOURCE OF POTASSIUM

A serving (100gr) of granadilla provides 10% of the recommended daily intake of potassium. Potassium is essential for nerve and muscle activity, it also helps waste move out of the cells and lets nutrients in. A diet rich in potassium helps lower blood pressure and may offset some of sodium’s negative effects.

A NATURAL SOURCE OF FOLATE

One serving (100gr) of granadilla provides 5% of the recommended daily intake of folate. Both folate and folic acid are a type of B vitamin; folate occurs naturally in food, while folic acid is the synthetic form. It is important for all women to take folic acid, especially those who are pregnant as it helps prevent birth defects.

A NATURAL SOURCE OF PHOSPHORUS

One serving (100gr) of granadilla provides 6% of the recommended daily intake of phosphorus. This mineral is a major component of bone and teeth and it is crucial for the growth, maintenance, and repair of cells and tissues. Phosphorus also helps the body to produce ATP, for energy production, and it plays a key role in the way the body uses carbohydrates and fats.

A NATURAL SOURCE OF MAGNESIUM

One serving (100gr) of granadilla provides 7% of the recommended daily intake of magnesium. This powerful mineral regulates mineral balance in our body, and helps with energy production and enzyme activity

A NATURAL SOURCE OF IRON

A serving (100gr) of granadilla provides 5% of the recommended daily intake of iron. Iron is needed for the production of hemoglobin, and it also helps build healthy muscles.

INTERESTING INFO

Also known as granada china, granada de moco and parchita, this fruit is believed to have originated in the Andes Mountains, around 1,200 B.C. Several fossils of this fruit have been found on the coastline of Peru. Granadilla is widely grown in Colombia and it is an important product of the country’s agriculture. 

Did you know that granadilla is called the “pediatric fruit”? It contains proteins that activate the thymus gland in children, which boosts their immune system and increases their growth rate. It also helps babies develop their digestive system. Some perfumes are made out of the granadilla tree’s flowers as it has a unique scent. Granadilla is also used in desserts and sauces, and the pulp can be used to make ice creams, yoghurts, jams and compotes.

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