The benefits of kiwi are now being seriously considered. Although someone simply considers it tasty enough, while someone neglects it. Kiwi is an amazing fruit (or rather, a berry). The content of vitamins, minerals and acids in it is huge. They are collected in kiwi so harmoniously that it is quite possible to use it for very, very many diseases.
Composition
Another kiwi berry is rich in potassium and magnesium, nicotinic acid (vitamins for the brain). Carbohydrates in kiwi are about 15%. There is little fat in berries. The enzyme actinidin, found in fruits, breaks down proteins. The same enzyme prevents blood clotting. It also stimulates digestion (like papain and bromelain). Kiwi contains both iron and vitamins of group “B”, the benefits of which are worth recalling, vitamin “E” and “D” ... But in any plant, vitamins “compose a composition”, that is, they are selected so that there is a benefit, and maximum benefit! That is why vitamin deficiency should be eliminated not with pharmaceutical preparations, but with “live” fruits and berries.
There is almost no sodium and fat in the fruits! And extremely few calories: only 61 calories per 100 g.
The benefits and beneficial properties of kiwi for human health
When you look at a kiwi berry, you always want to eat it! It's endearing... So it's useful? Yes, it's really helpful! They don't call it the "vitamin bomb" for nothing. And no wonder it contains so many flavors! Aroma of strawberry and lemon, pineapple and melon, even banana. For the prevention of colds, kiwi is unique! In general, you can make a whole list of "usefulness", the healing properties of kiwi seem inexhaustible:
- for the immune system
- in cardiovascular diseases
- anticancer (helps the body fight cancer)
- neutralizes the action of nitrates
- for weight loss
- with high blood pressure
But let's talk about everything in order ...
The benefits of kiwi for men
Of course, kiwi berries are useful for men. Their chemical composition tells us this. It is this composition and in this ratio (correct and necessary) that is able to establish cardiac activity. A disease that men are more susceptible to. Together with magnesium, vitamin "C" will help the "strong half" of the human race to withstand stress, cope with mental stress, help carry the burden that is placed on their shoulders, and not break. Sometimes men are accused of lack of will, laziness, and a man just not enough vitamins! And the body begins to tire. This berry is also useful for men's sexual health. This is facilitated by a beneficial effect on the vessels of the body. Good blood vessels - good blood circulation, and then along the chain ... Kiwi increases the level of libido, increases potency.
Benefits for Women
A woman is also a person. But slightly different. And she has a heart, kidneys, liver ... But there are also their own characteristics, which also need a complex (namely a complex!) Of vitamins and minerals. The special structure of a woman sometimes requires a very careful attitude. This applies to two age periods: childbearing and menopause, when there is a cardinal restructuring of the whole organism at all levels. During menopause, hormonal levels change. Hormones affect metabolic processes, begin to "play". So that they do not “play too much”, do no harm, so that they come to the appropriate norm, again, vitamins and minerals are needed. And if there are enough of them (not over the edge!), Then the body will cope. And get it done quickly. This period will be less painful, which means that there will be an opportunity to think not only about “sores”.
Pregnancy is a period of a woman's life when she belongs not only to herself. Responsibility is multiplied. During this period, a woman becomes a "co-creator". Majestic and reverent... Let's dwell on this in a little more detail.
What does kiwi give during pregnancy? First of all, the same vitamins and microelements, that is, nutrition for all the cells of both the mother and the unborn baby.
Kiwi contains almost all vitamins. And these vitamins are not destroyed during canning!
Kiwi berries are useful for poor pregnancy, as they prevent miscarriage. The reason for this is the high content of folic acid. It is also necessary for the child. It has a very beneficial effect on the nervous system, on the developing brain of a child. It will help prevent many of the complications associated with it.
For a successful pregnancy, a woman's body needs strength, cell nutrition and cleansing. That is why eating kiwi berries is beneficial. Kiwi acts as a mild laxative, which means it will help to avoid constipation, the threat of hemorrhoids, and help to cope with weight gain (the scourge of almost most pregnant women). During pregnancy, the process of intoxication always occurs, and kiwi is an amazing antioxidant, while containing a large amount of fiber. With what can the process of this influence be compared?
If you hit the egg (at one point), it will break, if you squeeze it in the palm of your hand (with any force), the egg will remain intact.
So here - it is necessary to help your body from all sides, this guarantees its integrity.
Kiwi can harm only if there are problems with the stomach. There are serious problems. Well, then you have to give up this charm. Replace it with a lot of thought. After all, the body of a pregnant woman needs a complex "set" of magnesium, potassium, folic acid.
Kiwi berries will also benefit with HB.
When breastfeeding
The period of breastfeeding is like the continuation of pregnancy. The mother feeds her child the same way. And you don't have to leave what you started. Everything requires consistency and perfection. Finish what you started so that you can move on to the next step. Sometimes, when breastfeeding, mothers are afraid, eating kiwi, of the appearance of an allergy in a child. But an allergy from scratch will never appear. If your baby is familiar with some product initially, do not be afraid of this. Such a reaction of the body is caused only by "unfamiliar" products. Caution will be necessary if you did not remember about kiwi during pregnancy. Here gradual and constant observation will be needed.
In no case let's "get acquainted" with two or three new products at the same time. If an allergy appears, you will not understand what caused it.
There is no doubt that kiwi helps with weight loss. All components of this berry, all factors speak about it:
- high fiber content
- ability to break down fats
- laxative properties of berries
- ability to normalize metabolism
- ability to remove toxins from the body
And since the berry is dietary, you can not be afraid of harm with a slightly (not much!) Increased consumption. You do not have to be afraid of starvation of the body (up to every cell of it). He will get what he needs. And in the best possible way. Interestingly, kiwi can even replace sweets. Such as chocolate, for example. This fact alone is worth something.
Benefits and harms in diseases
Kiwi has medicinal properties as well. Naturally, kiwi cannot be the basis of treatment (although, who knows?), but it can help with treatment or prevent it from falling into a risk group. Kiwi helps to get rid of bad cholesterol. The benefits are obvious! Due to the dietary properties of kiwifruit and the enzymes they contain, they are also useful for other diseases:
- for the liver
- for the intestines
- with microbial urate
- with a cold
With urolithiasis, urate fruits and berries are shown in unlimited quantities. This list includes kiwi. Harm can only be with contraindications, which are very few.
With diabetes
With diabetes, kiwi is not only possible to eat, but also necessary! Reduces sugar, replaces sweets and cravings for them. The content of pectin, vitamins, in general, the entire composition of kiwi, the fiber contained in the berry - help to support (and sometimes treat) the body with this disease. Kiwi has a low glycemic index. This is the rate at which carbohydrates are absorbed into the blood. Therefore, they are recommended to be included in your diet for patients with diabetes along with pineapples, apples, plums, etc.
For constipation
Kiwi is a mild laxative. At the same time, it is effective! 98% out of 100. This is due to the composition and properties of berries, the presence of a large amount of fiber. To obtain the effect, you need 3 berries (required with a peel).
With cholesterol
Increased cholesterol is fraught with cardiovascular diseases, stroke, atherosclerosis. If it is raised, it must be lowered. It turns out that if within 2-3 months, eat 2 pieces daily. kiwi (with peel), then cholesterol will drop. And no pills!
Is there any harm from kiwi? Kiwi contains acids. That is why you need to be careful for those people who suffer from a stomach ulcer or increased gastritis (when there is an acute stage of the disease). Kiwis are not naturally endowed with allergens. And the fact that kiwi causes allergies, by and large, should be questioned. To some extent, anything can cause an allergy. And most of the time it depends on each individual. Of course, for some, these berries can cause allergies, but this is extremely rare.
Answers to popular questions
Can young children be allergic to kiwi?
Allergies can occur in young children up to five years of age. This is due to the "imperfection" of the child's body. Although, as mentioned above, if the mother ate these berries and fruits during pregnancy, then there will be no harm to the baby. For children, they are not as harmful as they sometimes say.
How much healthier is kiwi than other fruits and berries?
Norwegian scientists, for example, consider kiwi the healthiest fruit in the world.
Which country is considered the best supplier of kiwi?
These berries are cultivated almost everywhere. But the cleanest are those that grew up in Montenegro. The "season" is spring.
What is the best way to consume the product?
Kiwi berries can be added to salads and desserts, to pies. Juice is made from them. It is prepared from overripe fruits, added to cocktails. Just don't put it in a milkshake! The actinidia enzyme will make the cocktail bitter.
Kiwi does not shy away from drying, freezing and canning. Delicious candied fruits are prepared from berries, which have already been appreciated all over the world. What to do next with such "beauty" every zealous housewife (or owner) knows.
And the vitamins are preserved! It is in kiwi that they are not destroyed during canning.
Kiwi consumption norms for food (Daily rate)
The conditional rate of consumption of kiwi berries is 2-3 berries per day. Better after lunch. This will eliminate heartburn and heaviness in the stomach. It is better to eat them raw, you can use a spoon, cutting the berry across. Better yet, eat it with the skin on. Kiwi peel is incredibly healthy! Especially as an antioxidant. There are more vitamins in it than in juicy pulp. Kiwi keeps great. Ideal storage conditions are 1 - 2 °C. They need to be eaten soft. If the fruits are still hard, put them next to apples and bananas, they will ripen much faster.
Let's sum up the benefits of kiwi
So our story about the benefits of kiwi has come to an end. The benefits of kiwi are undeniable. But never forget that everything needs a measure! If doctors tell you that you need carotene, this does not mean at all that you should only consume carrots from morning to evening! Otherwise, by the end of the next day, you will be as yellow as the carrot itself. This applies to all products. Kiwi is no exception. Take care, gentlemen! It's worth it.
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