| Content | Kiwis are small fruits that pack a lot of flavor and plenty of health benefits. Their green flesh is sweet and tangy. It’s also full of nutrients like vitamin C, vitamin K, vitamin E, folate, and potassium. They also have a lot of antioxidants and are a good source of fiber. Their small black seeds are edible, as is the fuzzy brown peel, though many prefer to peel the kiwi before eating it.
You may have heard that kiwi fruit is high in vitamin C, but besides that it has an incredible nutritional profile. This low calorie fruit (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
- 0.5 g fat
- 3 mg sodium
- 15 g carbohydrates
- 9 g 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 a 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. | Grapes are one of nature’s superfoods because they confer so many health benefits. They are low GI meaning they’re a great source of long-lasting energy and a perfect pick-me-up when you’re peckish. Grapes are 80% water to keep you hydrated throughout the day while their natural fructose provides energy and vitality. Grapes contain lots of fiber to help cleanse and detoxify the system and they are a good source of Vitamin C and Vitamin B6.
GI Value: 53
Serve size: 2/3 cup (112g)
Carbohydrates (g) per serve: 17
GL Value: 9 | Shimla apples encompass many different varieties that range in size from small to large and from round to oblate to conical in shape. The skin can be waxy, glossy, or smooth and in hues of red, green, yellow, or orange. The skin may also be solid or bi-colored with striping and blush like the apple pictured above. The flesh, depending on the variety, can be firm, pale yellow to cream-colored, juicy, crunchy, or crisp. Shimla apples range in flavors from sweet to tart and can be aromatic or mild in scent.
A medium apple — with a diameter of about 3 inches (7.6 centimeters) — equals 1.5 cups of fruit. Two cups of fruit daily are recommended on a 2,000-calorie diet.
One medium apple — 6.4 ounces or 182 grams — offers the following nutrients
- Calories: 95
- Carbs: 25 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Vitamin C: 14% of the Reference Daily Intake (RDI)
- Potassium: 6% of the RDI
- Vitamin K: 5% of the RDI
What’s more, the same serving provides 2–4% of the RDI for manganese, copper, and vitamins A, E, B1, B2, and B6.
Apples are also a rich source of polyphenols. | Actinidia Chinensis commonly known as Golden Kiwi is a fruit tree as well as a medicinal plant native to China – the central and eastern provinces. The plant belongs to Actinidiaceae (Chinese gooseberry family) and is normally pollinated by bees.
- Kiwi fruit is a cure for Insomnia. It improves the quality and duration of sleep. Eating 1 to 2 Kiwi fruits before bedtime is recommended for a person with a Sleep disorder.
- A high amount of antioxidants present in the Kiwi fruit fights against the free radicals.
- It prevents damage to the DNA cells which may cause Inflammation and Cancer.
- It improves the functioning of the Immune system and increases the resistance in combating Infections.
- Its regular consumption provides relief from Constipation.
| Pears are sweet, bell-shaped fruits that have been enjoyed since ancient times. They can be eaten crisp or soft.
They’re not only delicious but also offer many health benefits backed by science.
The nutrients found pears help lower high blood pressure and cholesterol and may reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. The high fiber, low-fat content of apples and pears also promotes good digestion and weight control. And the list of benefits of these fruits continues to grow.
A medium-sized pear (178 grams) provides the following nutrients
- Calories: 101
- Protein: 1 gram
- Carbs: 27 grams
- Fiber: 6 grams
- Vitamin C: 12% of the Daily Value (DV)
- Vitamin K: 6% of DV
- Potassium: 4% of the DV
- Copper: 16% of DV
This same serving also provides small amounts of folate, provitamin A, and niacin. Folate and niacin are important for cellular function and energy production, while provitamin A supports skin health and wound healing. | pomegranate
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