Kiwi fruit

Hello friend of TAF (TheAmazingFruits), at this time I will discuss about kiwi fruit.

Kiwi fruit is a berry similar to the group of cultivars of grape fruit tree wood Actinidia deliciosa and hybrids between this and the species in the genus Actinidia. Actinidia native to Shaanxi, China.

Normal kiwifruit are oval, about the size of hen's egg

(5-8 cm / 2-3 in diameter and 4.5-5.5 cm / 1¾-2). The fruit is rich in fiber, green-brown skin and light green flesh with a small seed or golden, black, and can be eaten. The texture of the fruit is very smooth and unique taste, currently kiwi fruit is grown in various countries.

This fruit was originally named Gosberi China, the fruit is called back with the export marketing reasons in the 1950s, became melonette, then kiwi. The name is derived from the fruit kiwi - a flightless bird from New Zealand.

Here are some benefits of kiwi fruit for health.
 

Contain vitamin C which is very large  

Kiwi fruit contains 100 mg of vitamin C in 100 grams of weight. While oranges only contain as much as 54 mg of vitamin C per 100 grams. This means that vitamin C in kiwifruit grain equal to 2 oranges.  

Rich in Antioxidants  

The content of polyphenols, carotenoids and other enzymes to form antioxidants that counteract free radicals that enter the body. The result is a healthier body and can avoid many diseases. 

Containing Lutein and Beta Carotene  

The benefits of lutein and beta-carotene (vitamin A) is to maintain eye health. So by eating kiwi, visual function can be maintained properly.  

Containing Potassium  

Potassium serves to maintain heart health. Kiwi fruit can also help reduce the risk of blood clots that can lead to cardiovascular disease. Controlling cholesterol and blood sugar levels.  

Eliminate Digestive Problems  

Kiwi fruit can be helpful for those who have digestive problems. Irregular bowel movements or bloating can be overcome by taking it regularly. 

Source:

http://id.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buah_kiwi 

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