The fruits of lianon-like plants - berries - are tasty, useful, loved by all and have high nutritional value. One of the most favorite and outlandish berries for our places is kiwi or Chinese gooseberry.
Many fell in love with the fruit for the original taste. Culinary experts and confectioners highly appreciate the aesthetic appearance of kiwi in a cut, using it as decorations for dishes and confectionery. However, the main advantage is the useful properties of kiwi fruit.
What vitamins are contained in kiwi
Kiwi is a pantry of nature. It contains a lot of vitamins, carbohydrates, proteins, microelements and fiber. In many respects, kiwi is a record among other berries and fruits.
In large quantities, the fruit contains vitamin C - about 92 mg per 100 grams. berries, it is more than in citrus, currant and Bulgarian pepper. The composition includes vitamins В2, В3, В9 and В6 - 100 g of berries contain 4% of the daily norm of this vitamin.
Kiwi Composition
Kiwi contains vitamins A, E, D and nicotinic acid. Micro and macro elements that make up kiwi: magnesium - 30 mg, potassium - 300 mg, sodium - 3 mg, calcium - 40 mg, iron - 0.41 mg, phosphorus - 34 mg, zinc and manganese.
About 10% of the kiwis are monosaccharides, disaccharides and fiber. It is also remarkable that in a berry minimum of calories - only 50 per 100 g of product, this makes kiwi an indispensable food for people who are trying to lose weight.
Useful properties of kiwi fruit
The use of kiwi has a beneficial effect on the immune system. It activates work, strengthens protective and recovery functions and increases stress resistance.
Kiwi can be considered a medicinal berry. The substances that are contained in it, have a beneficial effect on the heart, activate cellular metabolism, improve digestion and minimize the risk of oncological diseases. The benefits of kiwi are palpable with regular use. The product is a preventive agent for rheumatic diseases, prevents the development of urolithiasis and improves the work of the respiratory system.