Passion fruit is not always useful - to whom this fruit is contraindicated

Passion fruit is an exotic fruit growing on tropical vines. Varieties of fruit differ in color. Depending on the area of ​​growth, variety, maturity, passion fruit has a different set of nutrients.

Up to 40% of the fruit contains juice. The remaining composition is fiber, sugar, vitamins A, C, B, E, H, K, minerals iron, potassium, magnesium and others. The total number of valuable items is negligible. Passion fruit seeds are edible, but the peel contains a large amount of toxic substances.

Calorie content of the fetus is about 68 kcal. Mostly passion fruit is added to fruit juices for taste and aroma. The pulp of the fetus is used in cooking, traditional medicine, cosmetology.

There are no strict prohibitions on the use of passion fruit. Only certain categories of citizens need to limit their diet.

Individual intolerance

Like any exotic fruit, passion fruit should be eaten with caution to people of Russian latitudes. The fruit does not belong to strong allergens, but for Russian people it is not a natural and familiar product. For a first acquaintance, you should try a small piece. In case of good tolerance, it is allowed to increase the dose. As a rule, an allergy to an exotic fetus can be expressed through digestive disorders, respiratory tract damage, skin rashes. The restrictions apply especially to children under 3 years of age, pregnant and lactating women.

Digestive problems

Any acute or chronic diseases of the digestive system are a contraindication to taking any fresh fruits, especially exotic ones. Violation of the instructions entails disorders such as heartburn, pain, diarrhea. Passion fruit has a laxative effect, so those who suffer from loose stools of unknown origin, it is dangerous.

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