Passion fruit juice is a beverage that is made from pulp or seeds of the plant Passiflora. Technically, passion fruit is a berry that has three different varieties such as yellow passion fruit, purple passion fruit, and giant passion fruit. Literally, this juice is made by squeezing or pressing berries of passion fruit. Passiflora edulis is a type of vine that is inherent to various regions of South America. Juice has a sweet aroma and is very tart due to which it is mixed with other fruit juices for adding flavor.

Passion fruit juice Quick Facts
Name:	Passion fruit juice
Scientific Name:	Passiflora edulis
Origin	Native to Brazil, Paraguay, and parts of Argentina
Colors	Light Yellow
Taste	Fruity, tart
Calories	148 Kcal./cup
Major nutrients	Vitamin C (50.00%) Vitamin B3 (34.58%) Carbohydrate (27.45%) Vitamin B2 (19.15%) Vitamin A (16.57%)
Health benefits	Enhance immune system, Balance blood pressure, Gut health, Promote heart health, Enhance circulation

How to Make Passion Fruit Juice?

Ingredients:

6 ripe passion fruits
5 cups of filtered water
1 teaspoon of sugar

Recipe:

Cut passion fruit (in half) and scoop out seeds into a blender.
Then add 3 cups of water to the blender.
Process fruit and seeds gently that will separate the seeds. Blend it at a low level.
Pour the blend through a sieve to discard seeds.
Add sugar and another 2 cups of water and stir thoroughly.
Refrigerate juice and serve.

Health Benefits of Passion Fruit Juice

Intake of passion fruit helps to improve vision, stimulate digestion, support the heart, aids sleep, lower stomach inflammation, strengthen bones, support circulation, enhance the immune system, aid weight loss, lower blood pressure and promote brain function.

Enhance immune system

Passion fruit juice is a great source of Vitamin C helpful for the immune system and enhances the production of white blood cells, considered to be the first line of defense of the body. Being an antioxidant, Vitamin C helps to lower oxidative stress and prevent the chances of chronic illness.

Balance blood pressure

Passion fruit juice has notable amounts of potassium which helps to lower blood pressure by protecting the chances of cardiovascular problems and also lowering the strain on arteries and blood vessels. The juice has other alkaloids which provide anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.

Gut health

This juice is considered to be a coolant that helps to balance pH levels and lower inflammation in the gut preventing the chances of irritable bowel syndrome, painful conditions affecting the gut, and duodenal ulcers.

Promote heart health

Passion fruit juice has a high content of Vitamin A and B family vitamins which protect heart problems and reduce overall cholesterol levels. It optimizes cardiovascular function and reduces the chances of heart attacks, atherosclerosis, and strokes.

Enhance circulation

The juice has iron in it which promotes the circulatory system, provides an energy boost to the day, and improves oxygenation of extremities in the body.

Eye health

Passion fruit juice has significant amounts of beta-carotene, an antioxidant affecting oxidative stress in the retina, slows down cataract development, and prevents macular degeneration.

Strengthen bones

Passion fruit juice is packed with potassium, copper, phosphorus, and iron which are essential for enhancing bone mineral density and reducing the chances of osteoporosis, and keeping strong as well as active when aged.

Healthy weight

This juice is nutrient-dense with moderate amounts of dietary fiber making the body fee full by reducing the chances of overeating and snacking between meals. It has high sugar levels and a moderate amount of calories so consume it in moderate amounts to reap health benefits.

Helps skin and hair

Passion fruit juice contains Vitamin A, C, B6, and B2 that helps to improve the health, luster, or glow of both skin and hair. It prevents dandruff and hair loss as well as inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Induce sleep

A glass of passion fruit juice before bed calms the mind and provides restful night sleep due to its anxiolytic, relaxing, and soothing properties.

Supports digestion

It is helpful for improving digestion. The sugar and dietary fiber content help to promote peristaltic motion and prevent constipation symptoms by balancing acidity in the gut. B Vitamins promote the production of gastric juices by speeding up the digestive process and ensuring to get many nutrients from the diet.

How to Eat

Add it to other juices, confectionery, drinks, cakes, icing, and ice cream.
Use it to puddings, soufflé, and shortbread cookies.

Passion Fruit Juice Side Effects

A few known side effects of Passion fruit juice are:

Diabetes

Passion fruit has a significant amount of sugar that is harmful to people with diabetes or prone to developing this disorder. It is recommended to moderate the intake of this juice.

Calorie Intake

Each cup grants 126 calories which is a measurable condition to daily caloric intake. Those who are trying to lose weight should prevent this juice to avoid unwanted weight gain.