What is this food?
Stinking passion fruit (a tropical fruit) — about 62 kcal per 100 g. It’s naturally sweet-tart and is a good source of dietary fiber.
Why it matters to health
Fiber for digestion and fullness: With about 6.1 g fiber per 100 g, it can help keep your bowel movements regular and make you feel satisfied between meals. Carbs and sugar: It has 13.7 g carbohydrates and 6.5 g sugar per 100 g, so it’s best to treat it as fruit (not a free-for-all), especially if you’re watching your sugar intake. Low fat and sodium: It has very little fat (0.5 g) and low sodium (16 mg), which makes it a lighter fruit option for daily eating.
Healthier tips
- Use it as a snack: pair a serving of passion fruit with plain yogurt or a small handful of nuts for better balance.
- Portion guide: start with 1 cup (or about 100–150 g) per snack, then adjust based on your hunger and your other meals.
- Keep meals balanced: for your 3 full meals, include vegetables, a good protein (fish, chicken, eggs, tofu), and rice in a reasonable portion—then let fruits like this add fiber and flavor.
- If you’re sensitive to sour flavors, mix it with a bit of unsweetened yogurt instead of adding lots of sugar.
Common Filipino dishes
Passion fruit juice, passion fruit with yogurt, fruit salad (with passion fruit), ginataang prutas (with fruit pieces), halo-halo (as a topping)