Useful properties of kiwi fruit

Kiwis: useful properties and contraindications

Useful properties of kiwi fruit are primarily due to its composition. And the composition of this immigrant from China is simply gorgeous:

• mass of vitamins (groups A, C, B, PP, E, K, D, beta-carotene);

• a lot of microelements (iron, manganese, zinc, potassium, magnesium, calcium, phosphorus);

• Abundance of pectin and fiber;

• a large number of fruit and organic acids, amino acids and antioxidants;

• presence of the enzyme actin.

Kiwi is useful not only for the flesh. It turns out that the useful properties of kiwi peel are notless significant - it is rich in antioxidants and has an antiseptic effect against the intestinal microflora. However, it is not recommended to eat kiwi and peel for people with sensitive mucosa, because the sour taste of the fruit is irritating. And not according to the rules of etiquette it. Useful properties of kiwifruit are as follows:

• it strengthens the immune system and blood vessels;

• favorably affects the muscular, bone tissue and cardiovascular system;

• removes excess fluid and cholesterol from the body;

• normalizes the hormonal background and metabolism; • Deactivates toxins and nitrates that have entered the body; • positively affects the nervous system and is an anti-stress product;

• Accelerates digestion and fatsovereating; • has wonderful cosmetic properties: rejuvenates, moisturizes and tones up the skin. But there is this wonderful fruit and contraindications. These include the following states:

• increased acidity of the stomach - in this case, an acid-rich kiwi can provoke an exacerbation of diseases such as a stomach ulcer or gastritis;

• diarrhea, since the fruit, especially its peel, has a laxative effect;

• propensity to allergic reactions - this is due to the saturation of the vetch with vitamin C.

Kiwi: useful properties in pregnancy

The main useful property of kiwi and for the futuremom, and for her baby - this is a large content of vitamin B9 (folic acid). It is she who provides several very important factors, especially in the 1st semester of pregnancy, namely:

• normal development and prevention of defects in the fetal nervous system;

• good mental and speech development of the baby;

Full-fledged placenta formation;

• reducing the risk of complications of pregnancy (miscarriage or premature birth);

• Prevention of anemia in a future mother.

However, the useful properties of kiwifruit for pregnant women are notare limited only by a high content of folic acid. Fiber, which abounds in this fruit, will allow a woman in an interesting situation to avoid problems such as constipation and heartburn. Certainly, the beneficial properties of kiwi for both mother and baby are conditioned by the microelements contained in it.

Kiwi: useful properties for losing weight

The main useful properties of kiwi for a diet consist in just a few moments:

• this fruit is low-calorie (48 kcal per 100 g) and more than 80% of water;

• while it contains a lot of coarse fiber, enzymes and enzymes, which contributes to active digestion and the breakdown of fats;

• saturated with vitamins, microelements and antioxidants, kiwi make the diet as safe as possible for the body.

To feel the useful properties of kiwi, enoughEat 2 ripe kiwis before or after each meal (for half an hour) or arrange a fasting day on this fruit (1-1.5 kg of kiwi for 4-5 receptions and water without gas).

Author: Katerina Sergeenko