✅Promotes collagen synthesis
✅Has a mild laxative action
✅Reduces trigylcerides in the blood
✅Protects against colds and flu
Native to China, and sometimes called a Chinese gooseberry, this unusual-looking fruit is now grown all over the world in sunny climates. There are some nutritional differences between the two varieties, green and gold, but both are good for digestion and hearth health. Their high vitamin C content also promotes skin health and boosts the immune system, fighting off any inflammation.
What is good for?
Great skin
Vitamin C contributes to the formation of collagen and hastening the repair from sun and wind damage.
Healthy Digestion
Its mild laxative effect is linked to its fiber content. Two kiwis provide 20 percent of daily recommended amount of fiber, and can aid digestion and maintain colon health. Also contains actinidin, an enzyme that aids the digestion of protein.
Heart Disease
Studies show that the high levels of flavonoids and vitamins C and E in kiwis can reduce triglycerides ( a type of fat) in the blood and the buildup of plaque in the arteries (atherosclerosis). The tiny black seeds contain vitamin E and omega-3 fatty acids, which act as natural blood thinners.
Immunity
Vitamin C boosts immunity, fights off colds and flu, and combats inflammation.
How do i get the best from it?
Eat raw on its own
Slice it to 2 pieces and eat with a spoon.The actinidin in green, but not gold, kiwis makes them incompatible with some foods, such as dairy produce, which they cause to curdle.
Get Colorful
Green kiwis contain larger amounts of fiber, while gold kiwis contain higher levels of vitamin C and potassium.
How do i use it?
A summery smoothie
Blend the flesh (seeds removed) of 1/4 watermelon, 2 peeled kiwi fruit, and a peeled banana in a blender.
Detox soup
For a cold soup for 2, blend until smooth the flesh of 1 galia or honeydew melon, halved, (reserve the shells to serve the soup in), 1 kiwi fruit, and 1 ripe pear (seeded), a handful of green grapes, grated fresh ginger (optional), amd 3/4 cup aloe vera juice. Chill, pour into the melon shells, and garnish with chopped kiwi and fresh mint to serve.
