Benefits of KIWI fruit

 KIWI

            Kiwis are high in Vitamin C and dietary fiber and provide a variety of health benefits. This tart fruit can support heart health, digestive health and immunity. The kiwi is a healthy choice of fruit and is rich with vitamins and antioxidants. Everyone should eat at least one kiwi fruit daily owing to its health benefits.

                                        

 Just one serving of kiwifruit provides a whopping 117% of the daily value of vitamin C and 21% of dietary fiber. In fact, the vitamin C content in kiwi fruit is twice that of oranges or lemons.

    Kiwi fruit is not often considered a "superfood", but in fact, it's fruit that is full of important vitamins and minerals and can have a very positive effect on your health. These brown fuzzy fruits have a sweet and slightly tangy taste with green flesh on the inside that lends a unique flavor and tropical zing.

     Kiwi boasts a whole range of nutrients such as fiber, vitamin C, folate, copper, potassium, antioxidants, vitamin E and vitamin K. The skin and seeds are edible, though many people choose to peel it off because of its fuzzy texture. Kiwis are a tough-growing fruit and are readily available throughout the year in supermarkets. They grown in California from November to May and in New Zealand from June to October.

   The fruit also comes in 50 different varieties with flesh ranging from custard like gold to bright pink, each with a varying flavor profile and use.

 Nutritional value of kiwi fruit

     You may have heard that kiwi fruit is high in vitamin C, but besides that it has an incredible nutritional profile. This low calorie (61 calories per 100g) can provide your RDA with many vital nutrients.

          Here is the nutritional profile of 100g of raw kiwi fruit:

                    * 61 Calories

                    * 0.5g Fat

                    * 3mg Sodium

                    * 15g Carbohydrates 

                    * 9g Sugar

                    * 3g Dietary fiber

                    * 1.1g  Protein

   Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid is responsible for the growth and repair of body tissues as well as immune system support. In addition to vitamin C, kiwis contain a good amount of vitamin K.

  Vitamin K is a fat soluble vitamin that regulates blood clotting, metabolism and blood calcium levels. Considering it's fruit, kiwi contains an impressive amount of vitamin K at 40mcg per 1 cup. 

   Copper is a nutrient that works with iron to form red blood cells, supports healthy bones, nerves and immune function and helps iron absorption.

   Copper is a prevalent nutrient in kiwis and provides 14% of your recommended daily intake. Kiwis also contain reasonable amounts of folate, potassium and dietary fiber.

     Health benefits of Kiwi fruit

                  * Kiwi fruit prevents blood clotting

                  * Kiwi fruit can help Asthma

                  * Kiwi fruit improves digestion

                  * Kiwi fruit helps regulate blood pressure

                  * Kiwi fruit supports immune function

                  * Kiwi fruit reduces DNA damage

                  * Kiwi fruit prevents vision loss

                  * Kiwi fruit fights inflammation

                  * Kiwi fruit improves skin health

                  * Kiwi fruit protects Cardiovascular system

                  * Kiwi fruit Respiratory system

                  * Kiwi fruit Digestive enzymes

                  * Kiwi fruit Blood pressure

                  * Kiwi fruit Excess sodium

                  * Kiwi fruit Supports pregnancy

                  * Kiwi fruit Boosts immunity

                  * Kiwi fruit Prevents cancer

                  * Kiwi fruit Protects eyes

                  * Kiwi fruit High in fiber

 The first thing in the morning on an empty stomach is the best time to eat kiwi fruit. It detoxifies the system of your body and the fiber in the fruit contains lots of minerals that will provide you with a day's energy.