Maracuja (Box of 16 units)

Maracuja, also known as passion fruit or granadilla, is an aromatic fruit with a hard, smooth shell, which becomes rough when ripe. The shape of this fruit is round or oval, and inside it is filled with a viscous yellow pulp, with abundant small black seeds. Its taste is sweet and slightly sour.

Properties and Benefits of Maracuja

• It is a fruit rich in Vitamin A and Vitamin C which, thanks to its antioxidant properties, prevents ageing, protects against sun damage and strengthens the immune system.
• It contains a high amount of fibre which improves intestinal transit and reduces the risk of gastrointestinal diseases.
• It has potassium, phosphorus and magnesium.
• It has a high iron and flavonoid content.
• Maracuja provides vitality, combats states of stress or depression and helps to lose weight.
• It is ideal for people suffering from hypertension as it considerably lowers blood pressure.
• It helps people who are on diets to lose weight thanks to the satiating power of fibre.
• Combats constipation and improves intestinal transit.
• Reduces blood cholesterol levels.
• Controls blood glucose, which makes it ideal for people with diabetes.
• Thanks to its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, it is highly recommended for people with rheumatoid arthritis.
• It helps to eliminate toxic substances from the body and improves the renal system.
• Due to its antibacterial properties, it helps to combat attacks by viruses, bacteria and microbes in the body.
• Because of its contribution of vitamins A and C, its consumption is recommended for those who have a higher risk of suffering from deficiencies of these vitamins: those who have a low-fat diet, pregnancy and breastfeeding periods, people suffering from stress or depressive states, low defences or with chronic inflammatory diseases.