Updated : July 28, 2024 9:54 AM IST
Its vibrant green flesh, tiny black seeds, and unique flavour—a mix of strawberries, melons, and bananas—make it easy to love. Even better, this delicious fruit is packed with health benefits. Rich in fibre, vitamins A, B6, B12, E, potassium, calcium, magnesium, and iron are low in calories (one fruit of about 70g provides around 40 calories), and kiwis are a nutritional powerhouse.
Incorporate kiwi into your diet: add it to salads, pizzas, yoghurts, and cereals, or blend it into a smoothie with almond milk or yoghurt. The simplest way to enjoy a kiwi is to cut it in half and scoop out the nutrient-rich flesh with a spoon—no peeling required.
During flu season, your immune system needs all the support it can get. Kiwis are loaded with vitamin C, with one fruit almost meeting your daily requirement. Vitamin C enhances antibody production and activity, crucial for a healthy immune system. Additionally, it aids in producing serotonin, which can improve your mood.
Raising platelet counts is crucial during dengue season (usually June to September). Kiwi’s high vitamin C content helps platelets group together and function better. It’s also easy to digest, rich in antioxidants, and has electrolyte-balancing potassium, making it ideal for dengue patients. Vitamin C boosts iron absorption and delivers vitamin B9 (folate), which can help increase blood platelet count.
Kiwi is rich in bioactive compounds with antioxidant properties, which protect against free radicals—harmful by-products of stress, poor lifestyle, and unhealthy diet. This makes Kiwi a perfect antidote to the stress of modern life.
Vitamin C, polyphenols, and potassium in kiwi help protect blood vessels and the heart. These nutrients reduce blood fats (triglycerides), promoting cardiovascular health.
A good pH balance is essential for healthy skin. Kiwi, being alkaline, counteracts the effects of acidic foods. Vitamin C in kiwi is vital for collagen formation and maintaining skin, muscles, bones, and tendons. Enjoy the delicious and health-boosting benefits of a Chilean kiwi fruit every day!