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August 08, 2022
The fruit is yellow and oblong, hence the reference to the banana, and the inside is mushy, typical of Passionflower fruits. Kuruba is a very useful fruit that has a wide application in cooking.
Kuruba or banana passion fruit is a fruit of the Passionflower family and resembles passion fruit and granadilla, the homeland of the exotic fruit is Hawaii.
The fruit is yellow and oblong, hence the reference to the banana, and the inside is mushy, typical of Passionflower fruits. Kuruba is a very useful fruit, it is also widely used in cooking.
There are only 26 calories in 100 grams of banana passion fruit, and fat and protein are less than one gram. Carbohydrates are 6.25 grams, of which 2.8 grams of fiber and 2.99 grams of sugar.
The composition of the fruit includes calcium, iron, potassium, vitamin A and vitamin C, which provides 13% of the recommended daily allowance.
Consumption of kuruba can relieve you of headaches, and pureed tea helps with insomnia and anxiety.
Vitamin A takes care of the health of the eyes, and the potassium found in the exotic plant lowers blood pressure and takes care of the heart.
Fruit juice is useful in combating digestive problems - stomach pain, vomiting and more.
Kuruba strengthens the immune system and fights free radicals, the reason for this is vitamin C, which is in particularly large quantities in the fruit. The positive properties do not stop there. Thanks to banana passion fruit you can rejuvenate your skin and slow down the signs of aging.
The fruits help with respiratory diseases, coughs and wheezing, can also be useful in asthma and relieve the symptoms of the disease.
Fiber supports the intestinal flora, bowel movements, relieves constipation and stimulates weight loss.
Leaf tea is used to treat menopausal symptoms.
How to consume kuruba?The fruits are eaten raw, in ice cream, in salads, pies, jellies and drinks.
The pulp is consumed on its own, and their juice is very valuable, it can be prepared in a blender with the addition of water or milk.