They are small with a brown, hairy exterior and are very he althy. We're talking about kiwis. But what exactly is in the small fruits?
Kiwis not only taste wonderfully fresh, they are also fantastic vitamin C bombs and ensure he althy blood vessels, bones and teeth. But of course that's not all. Kiwis are also the only fruit that contain the enzyme actinidin. This is helpful in breaking down protein, which promotes digestion. Since the delicious fruits also have a low glycemic index, fat burning is accelerated and the feeling of hunger reduced.
Kiwis are also rich in antioxidants and polyphenols, which help protect cells from free radicals. Last but not least, kiwis offer an extremely low energy value combined with a sweet taste, so that even the "sweethearts" among us don't have to forego their passion. So it's always worth growing your own kiwis.
It's all in kiwis
| Nutritional Facts | Per 100 grams |
|---|---|
| calories | 63 kcal |
| Bold | 0.6g |
| Carbohydrates | 9.1g |
| protein | 1 g |
| Minerals | |
| Potassium | 320mg |
| Calcium | 38mg |
| Magnesium | 24mg |
| Phosphorus | 31mg |
| Zinc | 0.1mg |
| iron | 0.8mg |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A | 0.01mg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg |
| Vitamin C | 44 mg |