At first glance, it resembles more immature plums or grapes than a classic, hairy fruit that you can buy in every supermarket. However, after cutting, it turns out that Mini Kiwi It also hides a characteristic green flesh with black, small stones. A big surprise may be the fact that this exotic fruit in theory can also be successfully grown in Polish orchards.
This unusual fruit comes from Asia, you can also find it under such names as Kiwiberry, Kiwibes, and Baby Kiwi. Interestingly, More and more often mini kiwi trees are grown in Polish gardens. Fruit harvests usually occur from September to October. Just then you can most often be found in mini kiwi stores bred in Poland. There are both completely green varieties and those in a slightly pinkish color, but they do not differ in taste.
Mini kiwi is an excellent source of vitamin C, in 100 g of fruit you can find 340 mg. This vitamin has an effect supporting the body’s immunity, thanks to which it reduces the risk of infection. Also shows Antioxidant propertiesneutralizes the harmful effects of free radicals, and also helps fight oxidative stress. It also has anti -inflammatory and slows down the aging process. In addition Vitamin C affects the proper absorption of iron and collagen synthesis.
They are also present in these fruits vitamin Awhich helps to care for eye health; B group vitaminswhich have a beneficial effect on the cardiovascular, nervous, muscular or metabolic processes. It is worth adding that mini kiwi is a source of vitamin B9, known as mio-inositolwhich has a support for the treatment of diabetes, obesity, and has anti -cancer properties. While content vitamin Esupports the condition of the skin and also has an antioxidant effect. There are also minerals here, zincwhich supports the immune system; potassiumhelping to break too high blood pressure and regulating the electrolyte as well as calciumstrengthening bones and teeth.
It is also present here LUTEINcompound belonging to carotenoids, It has an antioxidant and supports eye health, protecting them against diseases such as cataracts or macular degeneration. In addition, lutein It also reduces the risk of cancer, and supports the cardiovascular system by antiatherosclerosis.
In addition, Mini kiwi fruit is low in calories, in 100 g there are only about 77 kcal. Therefore, without fear, you can include them in the menu of people who want to lose unnecessary body weight. There is also no shortage of them dietary fiberwhich supports digestion, regulates the intestinal work, and also helps maintain normal sugar and cholesterol levels. In addition, fiber affects the satiety of the meal, thanks to which it reduces the desire to eat, which facilitates weight loss.
It is worth adding that although mini kiwi is very healthy, it will not be suitable for everyone. Some people contained in it, can cause allergic reactions.
As in the case of classic kiwi, it is in the mini version It can be eaten with the skin. Ideally suited as a healthy snack for lunch. Due to the small size and ease of food, Mini Kiwi In particular, it can taste children. For sure, every toddler will gladly give them a lot, it will be a much healthier alternative than store jaws full of sugar added. Mini kiwi is also suitable for preserves such as jams or juices.
Mini kiwi is great in a fruit saladand can also be used as Sweet breakfast supplement. Will diversify the taste porridge, millet, muesli with yogurt, homemade waffles, pies or pancakes. It is worth adding that if you fancy a dessert with jelly and mini kiwi, you must be careful. In these fruits, enzymes are present, which break down the protein contained in jelly, which prevents taming.
Sources: Teragotzie.pl, diettytycy.org.pl
