Kiwi has the ability to thin the blood, so it should be avoided by people with low blood clotting, people taking anti-clotting drugs and people before surgery. It should also be avoided by people suffering from oxalate kidney stones, because it contains calcium oxalates. The Regional Office of Public Health (RÚVZ) Bratislava drew attention to this on the social network.
Kiwi is a fruit with a very low energy value, but it is very rich in vitamins. “It contains a large amount of antioxidants, such as vitamin C, B, A, K and vitamin E. It also contains folic acid, which is important for the formation of red blood cells. It also contains vitamin K, which supports bone health.” explained by Natália Šranková from the RÚVZ Bratislava health consultancy.
It is also rich in minerals such as calcium, magnesium and phosphorus, which are also important for bone health. “The fruit contains a large amount of potassium, which relaxes the blood vessel walls, thus helping to lower blood pressure,” added the expert. Kiwi is also rich in fiber, which absorbs water in the intestine and thus adjusts the consistency of the stool.
The enzyme actinidin, which is present in kiwi in small quantities, also helps with digestion “has a significant role because it helps to break down proteins and thus helps the digestive process”clarified Šranková.
Kiwi also contains carotenoids, such as lutein and zeaxanthin, which are good for vision and prevention of macular degeneration. It also has the ability to reduce blood fats and can help improve sleep quality. “We can eat kiwi peeled, but it is also possible to eat it with the peel. The peel contains high amounts of fiber and vitamins C and E,” advises an expert. She pointed out that although kiwi contains a lot of vitamins, it is one of the frequent allergens for the reaction to the enzyme actinidin.
