ZESPRI™ Kiwifruit is one of the most nutrient dense fruits available, giving you more nutrients with each bite than just about any other fruit. More importantly, kiwifruit is also delicious and satisfying, whether eaten on its own or as part of a salad, smoothie, or salsa.
Have you heard that ZESPRI™ Kiwifruit is now available in both GREEN and GOLD varieties? While both are nutrition powerhouses, GOLD Kiwifruit is tropical-sweet and ready to eat at the point of purchase. Look for ZESPRI™ GREEN Kiwifruit from May – November and ZESPRI™ GOLD Kiwifruit from May – October.
Current health trends point towards functional foods – eating to enhance wellness, beauty and quality of life - and registered dietitians are key to helping others seek better, more nutritious choices. Visit this page to find the latest nutrition research involving nutrient dense kiwifruit. You can also register for our new Kiwi E-Newsletter, print delicious recipes, and more.
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- Kiwifruit Nutrition: A Brochure for Health Professionals
- Research studies cited in Kiwifruit Nutrition brochure
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Kiwifruit
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- A serving of kiwifruit (2 pieces) has less than 100 calories
- Per serving, kiwifruit has twice the vitamin C of an orange
- Kiwifruit is a low-fat source of vitamin E – rare among fruits
- Kiwifruit supplies blood pressure – regulating potassium – as much as a banana
- Fiber fortified, kiwifruit offers both soluble and insoluble fiber
- Kiwifruit antioxidants are top performers on bioavailability (new research)
- A new study shows that kiwifruit may help boost the body’s natural defense mechanisms (new research)
- The high fiber content of kiwifruit contributes to its moderate to low glycemic index of 52
- Kiwifruit contains folic acid, key to preventing birth defects
- The natural pigments in kiwifruit provide both lutein and zeaxanthin. Research suggests these plant caratenoids may play a role in preventing age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
- The phytochemical anthocyanins, found in kiwifruit, may help reduce the risk of cancer and may prevent urinary tract infections
- Kiwifruits contain magnesium and beta carotene
- Regular kiwifruit consumption is as effective in reducing platelet aggregation, or blood clotting, as is aspirin
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