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6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by HeWrites(m): 1:22am On Feb 05, 2018 |
The kiwifruit, or simply the kiwi, is a beautiful fruit. In short, it is an edible berry the size of a normal egg. The faint crust surrounds a green fruit with black seeds and a creamy white centre. When the fruit is peeled and cut, it looks beautiful. It has a slightly sweet and sour taste that most people like. In addition to its beauty and taste, the kiwi offers a large number of nutrients. It is an excellent source of vitamin C (ascorbic acid) and also contains a good amount of vitamins A, E and K. The mineral content of kiwifruit contains a good amount of potassium, calcium, magnesium and phosphorus. All these essential nutrients in the fruit have an additional benefit of dietary fibre. Kiwis also contain little carbohydrates and calories. Because the kiwis are grown in different parts of the world, this fruit can be found in shops all year round. You can eat kiwi fruit as it is or mix it in a shake. You can even add kiwi to salads. Nowadays kiwi is also available as a supplement in the form of powder, tablet or capsule. These are the six best health benefits for the Kiwifruit. 1. Helps in the treatment of asthma: Kiwi can also help in relieving asthma symptoms such as wheezing and coughing. Vitamin C and antioxidants in kiwi help in the treatment of asthma. Moreover, vitamin C is involved in the metabolism of histamine and prostaglandins, which are involved in bronchoconstriction. This, in turn, prevents asthma attacks. 2. Digestion: Those who have digestive problems should try to eat more kiwis. This fruit contains many dietary fibres, which is good for digestion. Moreover, the proteolytic enzyme actinidine helps break down proteins, which in turn helps the digestion process. In addition to helping protein digestion, kiwi also helps prevent constipation and keeps the digestive tract healthy thanks to fibres and prebiotics in the fruit. 3. Regulates the blood sugar level: The kiwifruit can be consumed by people with diabetes type 1 or type 2. Your glycemic index varies from 47 to 58, so your blood sugar level is not increased drastically. With a high fibre content and low carbohydrates, the kiwi helps control blood sugar levels and lower cholesterol. Also, it helps in the treatment of complications related to diabetes, such as diabetic foot neuropathic ulcers. Diabetics must eat 1 kiwi daily to keep blood sugar levels under control and offer a healthy alternative to high-fat or sweet snacks. 4. Make a better sleep People who struggle to enjoy a broad sleep can eat some kiwis to solve this problem. This spicy and sweet fruit contains many medicinally useful compounds. The following compound; such as antioxidants and serotonin that may be useful in the treatment of sleep disorders. To enjoy a quality dream, just eat a kiwi per hour before you go to bed. 5. Supports cardiovascular health: The kiwi is packed with vitamins C and E, polyphenols and a good amount of potassium. All these nutrients are good for the health of heart and blood vessels. Antioxidants such as vitamins C and E help to eliminate free radicals in the blood and help prevent cell damage that is linked to cardiovascular diseases such as atherosclerosis. Also, kiwifruit helps reduce the risk of blood clots without adverse effects, unlike aspirin. Fiber and potassium in kiwis also promote heart health by reducing the risk of death from ischemic heart disease. 6. Strengthens the immune system: The high vitamin C content in kiwi can help enhance your immunity. This antioxidant helps tremendously to stimulate your immune system to prevent diseases and protect the body against harmful pathogens. Kiwifruit also contains vitamin E, which helps to increase the T-cell content of your body, which further contributes to stronger immunity. https://sabtrends.com/2018/01/27/benefits-kiwifruit/ Lalasticlala Mynd44 Dominique Fynestboi 3 Likes |
Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by Troublemaker007(m): 4:23am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Op a photo of this fruit you are talking about will be very helpful in getting it. 2019 is fast approaching everyone go and get your PVC cause the nightmare I dreamt about this country is not something to talk about. Nigeria has already had her share of Civil war, pain and death and it will never happen again. Not in my generation. Vote Wisely. 55 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by Grahamjnr(m): 4:26am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Almost all fruits tend to boost the immune system as there are none that doesn't contain the Vitamin C and the rest of immune boosting elements. 6 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by Kexcellency: 4:26am On Feb 05, 2018 |
picture of the fruit 10 Likes |
Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by Donnest4u(m): 4:30am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Who else was looking to find the picture? Kiwi fruit should be shown naa. For people that don't know how it looks like 18 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by Nobody: 4:31am On Feb 05, 2018 |
kiwi dey also help prick stand strong. ![]() eat one unripe kiwi your prick go stand for one week ![]() 9 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by femi4: 4:32am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Picture 10 Likes
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Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by Oblitz(m): 4:33am On Feb 05, 2018 |
No pix? |
Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by gbaskiboy: 4:34am On Feb 05, 2018 |
No picture and you expect me to read your story, Kolewerk 5 Likes |
Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by lordopsy2018(m): 4:35am On Feb 05, 2018 |
following |
Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by Dreamword24: 4:36am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Interesting |
Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by Psalm45(f): 4:43am On Feb 05, 2018 |
mmmh,koro m akuko ![]() 1 Like |
Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by MrHighSea: 4:43am On Feb 05, 2018 |
I thought the fruit will be dark coloured. That shoe polish has really change my view of kiwi 22 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by blues343(m): 4:49am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Waitin B d Pidgin Name for Naija abeg. 6 Likes |
Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by timwudz(m): 4:49am On Feb 05, 2018 |
MrHighSea:smh 5 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by IamHeWrites: 4:54am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Here is the picture... The bot banned me that's why am unable to upload it Kexcellency Troublemaker007 Donnest4u Oblitz gbaskiboy
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Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by hisgrace090: 4:54am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Is it found in Nigeria? 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by pyyxxaro: 4:55am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Can I use it to polish shoe , just like kiwi polish ![]() 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by okerekeikpo: 5:04am On Feb 05, 2018 |
The girl that gave Abacha the apple just do fast and coman give Buhari this kiwi,2019 is too far 9 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by Troublemaker007(m): 5:06am On Feb 05, 2018 |
IamHeWrites: Are you sure that fruit is eatable. I nor wan hear stories o because it look scary. ![]() |
Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by alfred007(m): 5:14am On Feb 05, 2018 |
tolerance, as a principle, shouldn’t be taken so far as to distort reason.! please Nigeria should stop practicing KAKISTOCRACY |
Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by HeWrites(m): 5:19am On Feb 05, 2018 |
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Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by fof1: 5:21am On Feb 05, 2018 |
HeWrites: WHERE IS D PICTURES OF D FRUIT? POORLY FINISHED WRITE UP. PICTORIAL EVIDENCE IS KEY IN MODERN PRESENTATION,PLS. |
Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by Fogman(m): 5:26am On Feb 05, 2018 |
This is an incomplete post without its local names in our languages |
Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by kense88: 5:27am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Troublemaker007:Seconded. #BuhariAndFulaniMustBeStopped let it trend. Enough is enough. 1 Like |
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Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by HeWrites(m): 5:30am On Feb 05, 2018 |
fof1: I think you're blind not to have seen the pictures in the comments 1 Like |
Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by Nobody: 5:36am On Feb 05, 2018 |
Niggass be like where Kiwifruit cure DE.. Lmfao |
Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by rossi49ja(m): 5:39am On Feb 05, 2018 |
One of my favourite fruit.
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Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by chinawapz(m): 5:55am On Feb 05, 2018 |
What is the relevance of reading the post when I can't even get one here in my state |
Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by Livefreeordieha(m): 5:59am On Feb 05, 2018 |
MrHighSea:ur case dey squeeze image face � 1 Like 1 Share
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Re: 6 Surprising Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit You Should Know by Livefreeordieha(m): 6:02am On Feb 05, 2018 |
fof1:u are a troubled soul!!!! 5 Likes 1 Share
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