Back home, I took 2 Advil but didn't feel any better by dinner time when mom, brother and his wife came to join us for Christmas dinner. I carved the turkey, but had no desire to eat it at all. I was still feeling nauseous and slightly dizzy. However, I didn't want to be a wet blanket, so I had a small plate of salad greens with the honey lemon and passion fruit dressing I made earlier. Halfway through my plate of salad, the nausea went away, my appetite returned and I had a good helping of turkey, baked potatoes and candied sweet potatoes! Everyone was amazed at the sudden turnaround. Me, most of all! It had to be the magical combination of passion fruit and lemon juice - I can't think of any other explanation for my sudden and immediate recovery.
Health Benefits of the Passion Fruit
- The juice of the passion fruit aids in the reduction of cancer cell growth. Though research is underway on this issue, the phytochemicals in the fruit juice have the ability to inhibit cancer cell growth.
- The phenolic profile of the fruit is known for its anti-microbial activity and flavonoids present in the fruit also helps protect the heart.
- Passion fruit contains both water soluble and fat soluble antioxidants.
- The fruit is high in carbohydrates and simple sugars, which helps enhance athletic performance.
- It contains plant sterols, which helps lower cholesterol levels.
- The fruit is high in Vitamin C, Vitamin A and Potassium.
- The seeds of the fruit are very vital sources of fiber.
- It is said to possess somniferous properties, which when taken before bedtime, help in promoting restful sleep.
- It is excellent for weight loss.
Health Benefits of the Lemon
- Lemon juice mixed with hot water is effective in treating problems like digestive disorders, nausea, heartburn and biliousness (gastric distress caused by a disorder of the liver or gall bladder)
- Drinking lemon juice also helps dispel dizziness. (Ahh....no wonder!!)
- Lemons are also beneficial for alleviating problems of the lower intestines like constipation and worm infestations.
- Regular consumption of lemon juice mixed with warm water in the morning helps stimulate the bile-producing capacity of liver and helps digestion.
- Concentrated lemon juice also helps dissolve stones present in the gall bladder.
- The high vitamin C content in the lemon has been known to treat infections like tonsillitis, sore throat and infections of the respiratory tract.
- Drinking lemon juice mixed with water and honey helps lower body temperature and is the best drink to take when you have a fever.
- Lemon juice applied on the skin also helps in removing suntan.
- The diuretic properties of the lemon also aids in the treatment of urinary tract infections.
- A few drops of lemon juice dabbed on a cotton bud may help stop nose bleeds.
- Gently massaging concentrated juice on the gums helps to cure bleeding gums.
- Apparently, adding lemon juice to your coffee helps treat headaches and symptoms of malaria.
- The leftover pulp from juicing a whole lemon can be used to soothe insect stings and bites.
Honey Lemon & Passion Fruit Salad Dressing
Ingredients
2-3 servings
4 passion fruit (very ripe, better if skin is wrinkled)
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
juice of 1/2 a lemon
pinch of salt and black pepper
Instructions
1. Halve the passionfruit and spoon the pulp into an empty jam jar, or any wide-mouthed jar with airtight lid.
2. Add olive oil, lemon juice, honey,salt and black pepper.
3. Close lid tight and shake dressing vigorously for about a minute. Refrigerate if not using immediately.
4. Shake before use. Pour over mixed salad greens and toss well before serving.
5. This salad dressing will keep for 3-4 days in the refrigerator.
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