Sunday, August 19, 2012

KIWI THE "SUPER FRUIT"

Kiwi is rich in vitamins & minerals compared to other fruits. It has twice the Vitamin C content compared to oranges & 5 times more nutrients compared to apples. It is also a good source of dietary fibre  Vitamin E, potassium, folic acid, carotenoids, anti-oxidants & trace minerals.

Vitamin C ( 85.1 mg) helps to boost immunity.

Fibre content ( 3 gm) improves digestion.

Its Glycemic Index ( 48.5) makes it suitable for diabetics.

Folic content ( 38.2 ug) helps pregnant women.

Magnesium content ( 14.4 mg) is important for normal body functions.

Vitamin E helps fight age-related macular degeneration.

Its low fat & low sodium content makes it ideal for patients with heart diseases & diabetes & helps to fight obesity.

Its anti-oxidant property helps reduce blood pressure & high cholesterol levels.

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