At 46 kcal each, the
kiwi (aka the Chinese Gooseberry)
has shown to be a very unique fruit. It is very rich in nutrients, one being Vitamin
C (92mg/fruit). That’s one-and-a-half of what an orange
contains! Kiwis
are also a good source of potassium (312mg), fiber (3.0g), and vitamin E
(1.5mg). They even have 1g of protein!
Recent
studies have shown that eating 2 kiwis a day will "thicken" your blood, due to the
levels of Vitamin K (40.3 μg). This, of course, can increase your chances of having a blood
clot. Caution! Consult your doctor, if you are on blood thinners
because the Vitamin K may counteract the job of the blood thinners!
When
selecting a kiwi fruit be sure that it is firm, but not hard, similar to the
firmness of a peach. Avoid if moldy, has soft spots, or looks shriveled! It may leave you with a bad
experience. Another thing to keep in mind is that when eating a kiwi, it is not
recommended to eat it with dairy because the kiwi contains the enzyme actinidin, which has been shown to breakdown
the protein in the dairy and make it useless for consumption.
Fun Fact
(Important Fact!): If you are allergic to latex, papaya, or pineapple you have
a great chance of being allergic to kiwi!
Jena Campbell
Fitness Together
Fitness/Nutrition Coach
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