Passionfruit: Your Summer Health Booster
As spring turns toward summer, May Summer calls for vibrant, refreshing, and hydrating foods, and passionfruit is a tropical gem that delivers just that! This tangy fruit is a nutritional powerhouse that will keep you thriving in the heat. Here’s why this tropical superstar deserves a spot in your summer diet:
1. The Hydration Hero
The summer heat can dehydrate you quickly. Passionfruit is packed with water and electrolytes like potassium, helping you stay hydrated, whether you’re lounging by the pool or hitting the trails.
2. Immune Boosting Vitamin C
Did you know that one serving of passionfruit delivers a hefty
dose of Vitamin C? This essential nutrient supports your immune system and promotes glowing skin, perfect for combating sun exposure and keeping you radiant all summer long!
3. Fiber for Gut Health
Passionfruit is also rich in dietary fiber, which is fantastic for your gut health. A healthy gut can lead to better digestion and improved overall well-being. Plus, fiber keeps you full longer, making it easier to maintain a healthy weight. A happy gut means more energy for summer adventures.
4. Antioxidant Power
Packed with antioxidants, passionfruit helps combat oxidative stress in your body. This means it can assist in protecting your cells from damage, keeping you feeling youthful and energetic! Passionfruit also contains Vitamin A and flavonoids, which fight free radicals caused by UV rays and environmental stressors.
How to Enjoy Passionfruit
Not only is passionfruit good for you, but it’s also delicious! You can enjoy it fresh, in smoothies, or blend it into a refreshing sorbet. For a quick hydration boost, stir the pulp into sparkling water with a splash of lime. Check out our passionfruit citrus summer mocktail recipe featured this month:
This Month's Featured Recipe:
Passionfruit Citrus Summer Mocktail
Ingredients
1 cup of fresh orange juice
1/2 cup of fresh pineapple juice
1 lime juiced
1/2 cup of frozen diced passionfruit
1 tsp of anima mundi soma elixer
Lemon or lime sparkling water
Prepare:
Blend all ingredients. Salt the rim with Tajin and flaked sea salt. Pour passionfruit mix over ice, top with sparkling water, and serve with fresh orange, lime, & pineapple.
