Health Benefits Of Indian Gooseberry Or Amla.

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Hope you are enjoying this festive season with Christmas on the hand followed by New Year celebrations.

It's December and winters are chilling all of us. Apart from celebrations and cheering winter, there are varieties of seasonal veggies and fruits that you can enjoy. They are not only healthy but they are good for your taste buds too.

Health Benefits Of Apricot Seed (Kernel) Oil.

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I had already written about amazing health benefits of apricot fruit & dried apricot. But, it wonderful benefits are not restricted to here only. Even oil made from apricots is beneficial to you in many ways.

So, in this article, I am going to tell you about amazing health benefits of apricot seed oil or apricot kernel oil.
Apricot kernel oil has also amazing health and beauty benefits.

 HEALTH BENEFITS OF APRICOT SEED OIL :-

1). Cold And Flu :-

Apricot seed oil boosts your immunity and helps maintaining good immune system. It is responsible for the strong ability of your body to fight infections like cold & flu.

2). Controls Blood Pressure :-

As it is made up of apricot, it also contains Vitamin B17. Vitamin B17 is helpful in controlling blood pressure and helps in lowering it down.

3). Relieves Arthritis :-

Apricot seed oil has anti- inflammatory properties. It helps in reducing arthritis symptoms. It also soothes and can give you relief from the pain.

4). Prevents Against Cancer :-

A research says that the seeds of the apricot fruit contain a substance called laetrile, which may be helpful in the treatment and prevention of cancer. Laetrile is also known as Vitamin B17. In the year 1920s, the  idea was found for the first time. The  idea was that the substance extracted from apricot seeds can reduce tumors. This idea was developed by Dr. Ernst Krebb, a doctor from San Francisco. On further studies and researches, he found that using amygdalin, an extract obtained from apricot seed kernels could be too dangerous for humans to use. Twenty years later, a safer version of this substance was synthesised.

There are four substances present in amygdalin – two types of glucose, benzaldehyde, and cyanide. Of course, it is known that free or released pure molecules of benzaldehyde and cyanide are poisonous only. Many foods that contain cyanide are safe to be consumed as this substance is locked as a component of another molecule.

Rhodanese enzyme present in normal cells, can capture cyanide molecules that are free and make them harmless by binding them with sulfur. In this state, when the cyanide is bound to sulfur, it gets converted to a neutral substance known as cyanate. It will then be able to pass through the urine easily without causing any harm to the normal cells.

5). Skin Massage :-

A very good property of any massage oil is that it should get absorbed quickly and easily by the skin.
Apricot seed oil gets very quickly absorbed into the skin making it a good massage oil. Massage done by this oil helps in reducing stress, pain and inflammation. This oil is very mild and non-irritating, and can even be used for children and infants.

6). Good For Skin Health :-

Apricot seed kernal oil is very light and gentle on the skin. This oil is beneficial for normal and oily skin. It moisturizes the skin. The texture of this oil is very light so it can be used as a face serum. It is non-greasy when applied on the skin in coat. It also rehydrates your skin.

7). Skin Scrub :-

It can serve as a very good scrub for your skin giving you a radiant skin. It is as good as olive or almond oil when used as scrub. You can mix the seed oil with sugar and scrub your face to exfoliate. It also acts as a good cleanser giving you a glowing complexion and renewed radiance.

8). Provides Nourishment :-

Gamma linoleic acid is present in apricot seed oil. It is useful to firm and tone your skin. It is also rich in Vitamin A and E which you already know are good for healthy skin. It soothes and can slow down the ageing process. It has nourishing properties and an anti-inflammatory effect to soothe eczema.

9). Act As A Moisturiser :-

Apricot seed oil can be used as a moisturizer for dry areas such as elbows, knees, feet and hands. It can be helpful in making your skin extra soft, supple and smooth by moisturising the skin.

It can be used as a night oil too.
This oil can give you best results when used as a night moisturizer. To achieve this, you can mix it with any other essential oil that suits you.  You can cleanse and tone your face and then massage with it gently onto your skin. It will help in getting rid of clogged pores, a shiny nose and will also moisturize dry skin.

10). As An Ingredient In Cosmetics :-

Apricot seed oil contains high fatty acids, Vitamin E and A giving it moisturizing and nourishing properties. It is good for dry and mature skin. This oil is one of the ingredients in many cosmetics like creams, soaps, and skin lotions. The oil gets easily absorbed into the skin without leaving any oily residue. Due to this quality, it is also used for massage and as sunbathing oil. You can use this as a base with other aromatherapy oils.

11).  Good For Hair Health :-

Apricot seed oil is beneficial for hair health. You can massage your hair by mixing apricot seed oil with other oils like Amla, coconut, and olive to cure a dry and flaky scalp. It is very good for damaged and chemically treated hair. This will restore the shine and lustre of your hair.

12). Good For Cooking :-

Apricot seed oil is used for cooking and flavoring of traditional Italian liquor. It can also be used as a salad oil that has many health benefits.

You can buy apricot seed oil on Amazon .

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Disclaimer :- This blog is not intended to any prescription or medical advice. It is for general info only. Always consult your doctor before using or applying anything. Keep an eye on the ingredients to which you are allergic. Be cautious if you have any specific health condition or you are under medication. Consult your doctor first. Use info on your own wisdom.

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Amazing Health Benefits Of Dried Apricot.

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Fruits are healthy for us. We are aware of this fact. They are not only tasty but packed with nutrients that are beneficial for our health. Some fruits are so amazing that they can be useful to keep yourselves healthy in fresh and dried form both.
One such fruit is  Apricot 

Previously, I had written an article on Health Benefits Of Apricot Fruit.

In today's article, I am going to tell you about health benefits of dried Apricot.

So, there is no doubt you care about your health and your beloved one's health, you are curious & ready to know about amazing uses of dried apricot, keep reading....

Health Benefits Of Apricot Fruit.

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Today, I will talk about a fruit called

 APRICOT   which is also eaten in dried form too. Apricot is having it's significance in health care and beauty care as well.

 

  INTRODUCTION :-

Apricots are bright yellow or you can also say golden orange colored fruits.
Apricots belong to the Rosaceae family of fruit trees. Peaches, plums, and nectarine also fall in the same category. Apricots are generally available during the summer.
Dried and canned apricots are available all the year round. Apricot is velvety soft skin fruit that shows, close resemblance to peaches appearance.

Apricot fruit name in Hindi - Khubani/Khumani/Jardalu
In Telugu - Jaldaru

Apricots have a centrally located single seed which is surrounded by  edible flesh. They have a smooth and sweet flavor which is full of musky flavor and very light tartness. The seed is also edible and resembles almonds in taste and appearance. It is enclosed in a hard stony shell often called a “stone”. Oil extracted from these seeds is used in cooking. And often seeds are substituted as almonds. Sometimes people use apricot seeds instead of almonds.

Apricots are a available in fresh and in dried form and can be enjoyed both fresh and dried. However, it is to be noted that fresh fruits have higher vitamin C content and they are more healthy by some while dried form of apricots are long lasting, can be stored and are generally preferred by dieters. Some experts say dried form is more nutritious than their fresh counterparts. Apricots are used in various recipes and forms.

Although the fruit is not a native of India, it is widely used in both fresh and dried forms of the fruit in different parts of the country. Apricots comes in May and is available until the month of August.
It's rich nutritional content makes a most popular fruit of North and South America. This fruit was first grown in the China and then distributed to all over the world. Some of the highly apricot producing countries are Spain, Italy, Russia, Turkey, France, United States and Greece.

 HEALTH BENEFITS OF APRICOT :-

Nutrition Facts Of Apricots -
Here you will know about apricot nutritional value in detail.

Apricots (Prunus armeniaca), fresh.
Nutritive Value per 100 g. Total-ORAC umol TE/100 g-1115.
(Source: USDA National Nutrient data base)

Nutrient Amount %age Of RDA Chart

Nutrient	Amount	%age Of RDA
Energy	50 Kcal.	2.5%
Carbohydrates	11 g	8.5%
Protein	1.4 g	2.5%
Total Fat	0.4 g	1%
Cholesterol	0 mg	0%
Dietary Fibre	2 g	5%
Folates	9 µg	2%
Niacin	0.600 mg	4%
Pantothenic Acid	0.240 mg	5%
Pyridoxine	0.054 mg	5%
Riboflavin	0.040 mg	3%
Thiamin	0.030 mg	2.5%
Vitamin-A	1926 IU	64%
Vitamin-C	10 mg	16%
Vitamin-E	0 mg	0%
Vitamin-K	3.3 µg	3%
Sodium	1 mg	0%
Potassium	259 mg	5.5%
Calcium	13 mg	1.3%
Copper	0 mg	0%
Iron	0.39 mg	5%
Magnesium	10 mg	2.5%
Manganese	0.077 mg	3%
Phosphorus	23 mg	3%
Zinc	0.2 mg	2%
Carotene-α	19 µg	N/A
Carotene-β	1094 µg	N/A
Crypto-xanthin-β	104 µg	N/A
Lutein-zeaxanthin	89 µg	N/A

To stay healthy, you need to consume Apricot daily. Apricots are as healthy as many other fruits. They are extremely low in calories and high in antioxidants and dietary fiber and that's why they are consumed as a dietary food.

Now, let's see amazing health benefits of Apricot.
Here are they...

 1). Eye Health :-

Researches have proved that this nutritious fruit is very good for the health of the eyes on its regular consumption. It improves the eye health. It has vitamin c and other nutrients which makes it healthy for eyes. Apricots are highly rich in vitamin A. About one cup of chopped apricots is efficient as it fulfills the 60% of your daily recommended intake of Vitamin A. Vitamin A is also good for eye health as we already know. It strengthens the optic nerves. It not only helps reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration (ARMD) but also helps cure it. Age related macular degeneration means
due to ageing process when people start losing their normal eye sight.
Apricot is rich in vitamins A, C and E as well as carotenoids that reduce the risk of eye vision problems.

             

 2). Good For Digestion :-

Apricots are packed with high amounts of pectin and cellulose that act as a mild laxative, thus helping in the treatment of constipation. Apricots contains high amount of fiber which is vital for colon health and prevents constipation. Apricots reduces the cause of colon cancer. Fibers can help in balancing the body’s metabolism. Thus, Apricots support digestive system. It provides 3% of your recommended fibre intake with just one small-sized apricot. The fibre present in this fruit, being soluble in nature, helps breakdown and digestion of food. Consumption of Apricot also helps better absorption of nutrients from the food.

 3). Beneficial For Anaemic :-

A significant amount of non-heme iron, a type of iron that is absorbed very slowly by the body, is found in Apricots. It can allow better absorption and prevention of development of anemia for a long period of time.

 4). Heart Health :-

Apricot fruit is capable of reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease. It contains abundant amount of antioxidants like vitamin C and lycopene. These antioxidants can reduce bad cholesterol (LDL). This can minimize the risk of heart attack and is helpful in improving your heart health. Hence, it keeps your heart healthy by reducing the risk of heart disease. It can be better understood in this way. Apricots packed with antioxidants like carotenoids and flavonols prevents the oxidation of cholesterol in the arteries. And different nutrients in apricots help in reducing risk factors like obesity, cholesterol and diabetes that are linked to heart disease.

 5). Helps In Weight Loss :-

Apricot is a fruit which is rich in dietary fiber, and has low calories.
That's why they are present on the list when you are going for a weight loss.

 6). Bones Health :-

Apricots contains high amount of calcium which plays an important role in not only formation of bones but in development of bones too. Apricots helps in maintaining bone health thus further preventing bone related problems.

 7). Relieves Arthritis :-

Apricot kernel oil is full of anti-inflammatory properties. This makes it efficient in reducing symptoms of arthritis. It also helps in relieving pain and soothes the affected areas.

 8). Protects From Cancer :-

This fruit is enruched with antioxidants. These antioxidants are helpful in protecting our bodies from free radicals which cause damage to cells. Many factors can be responsible for free radicals which are produced in our body like pollution, harmful UV rays and smoke. These harmful radicals act as enemies as they disturbs the normal process of cell growth, bringing about changes in DNA of the cells. This can lead to the formation of cancer cells. Apricots are rich in vitamins A and C which are powerful antioxidants that fight cancer diseases and boosts your immune system. Even apricot fruit seed contains a compound called B17 that can fight cancer.

You can cut  a few slices of apricots. Add it to your morning cereal breakfast or to your glass of milkshake. Because of their potent antioxidant activity, apricots help preventing direct DNA damage that could lead to cancer.

 9).  Boosts Immunity :-

Apricot boosts the immunity of your body. Apricot oil helps in strengthening the immune system. Strong immunity helps in fighting infections like cold and flu thus, preventing body from illness.

 10). Helps In Electrolyte Balancing :-

For the maintenance of Electrolyte balance, minerals like sodium and potassium play a vital role.
Apricots contain these minerals which maintains the balance of electrolyte levels. It is important for the transportation of ions to every cells of the body. It maintains fluid level which is important for muscle contraction.

 11). Lowers Down The Cholesterol Levels :-

Apricot contains soluble fibre. This soluble fibre is known to reduce total cholesterol levels in the blood by reducing re-absorption of bile in the intestine. Due to lack of absorption,  bile gets excreted through feces. In order to compensate this loss, the liver produces bile salts with the help of cholesterol present in the blood. As we know, apricots contain soluble fibre, it can help in reducing your blood cholesterol levels to make more bile.

 12). Reduce The Risk Of Liver Disease :-

Apricot can protect from hepatic steatosis also known as fatty liver disease and liver damage. A study conducted by Ozturk F and colleagues on rats have found that apricot when fed had reduced liver injury in rats suggesting that it may help to reduce the risk of fatty liver disease.

  13). Relieves Asthma :-

It has been proved that Apricots are beneficial in providing relief from the symptoms of asthma, tuberculosis, and bronchitis.

 14). Fights Against Inflammation :-

Apricot is rich in catechins. Catechins is a group of flavonoids. It makes apricots exhibit a strong anti-inflammatory action. Scientists say that catechins inhibit the key enzymes required in the process of inflammation.

 15). Helps In Getting Relief From Fever:-

Apricots are helpful in getting relief from fever. To get it's benefits in fever, you can take apricot and water, then make a liquid out of it, and afterwards, you can add a little honey in it. This will help in relieving thirst & fever. It will also clean your system and add vitamins and minerals to the body.

 16). Source Of Vitamin B17 :-

Apricot oil is a great source of Vitamin B17. In Apricots, Vitamin B17 is present in the seeds of the fruit. This nutrient appears to be helpful in the prevention of various types of cancers like cancer of bone, cervical and skin cancers. These cancers can be prevented with the help of apricot oil. Vitamin B17 is also known to lower and maintain blood pressure.

                               

 17). Skincare :-

Apricot do wonders in skincare. It maintains the skin health and improves the skin texture. You already know about apricot scrubs (exfoliators) available in the market.
For more on Beauty benefits of Apricot, plz visit here.

PRECAUTIONS, SIDE-EFFECTS & RISK-FACTORS -

As I always say , every thing you eat or apply, you should be cautious about it. You should be aware of risk factors and side-effects,  allergies and health conditions which alter it.

Same thing applies here too. You should take precautions while
eating apricots as it may lead to some serious health disorders because of its side effects and disadvantages.

It is said that eating dried apricots should be avoided. The reason behind it is the way it is stored.  As it is stored using sulfites in order to preserve it and prevent from oxidation, it can cause side-effects. Sulfites may cause some serious health problems like acute bronchospasm and asthma in later life.
It contains some amount of oxalates which can cause kidney or gall bladder stones.

Apricots kernel may cause cyanide toxicity that makes it efficient in developing symptoms like nausea, headache, vomiting, weakness, dizziness, liver damage, diminished alertness, cyanosis (decreased oxygen level in the blood), ptosis (drooping eyelids), hypotension (low blood pressure), neuropathies (nerve damage), difficulty in walking due to nerve damage and etc.

Cyanide poisoning may lead to the serious conditions like coma or death in some cases.
It should be avoided by the pregnant and breast feeding women or eaten under careful guidance of the doctor.

Again as I recommend, you should consult your doctor before consuming anything specially if you have specific health conditions.

Appropriate Quantity Of Consumption Is Necessary -
Apricots are no doubt healthy fruits packed with nutrients yet like othee fruits etc. one should eat anything under limit & same applies on Apricots.
It is healthy to eat it according to the body need and requirement. Many factors like age, sex, weight and health conditions of a person are taken to be in consideration while consuming apricots. However, you can eat around 5-6 a day as it is OK for a normal person to take health benefits out of it. In other cases it must be well consulted by the doctor or health consultants.

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Author - Swatti Sharrma ß

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Disclaimer :- This blog is not intended to any prescription or medical advice. It is for general info only. Always consult your doctor before using or applying anything. Keep an eye on the ingredients to which you are allergic. Be cautious if you have any specific health condition or you are under medication. Consult your doctor first. Use info on your own wisdom.

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More Health Benefits Of Kiwi (KiwiFruit)

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In the previous blog, I mentioned 12 health benefits of Kiwi. In this article, I am going to share some more health benefits of kiwifruit along with it's side-effects and risk factors which should be kept in mind while consuming this fruit.

So, without wasting much time, let's get started.....

12 Health Benefits Of Kiwifruit (kiwi).

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Hello Friends !!!

Nature is the biggest artist as she shows the most amazing art & creativity. When we look painted sky, beautiful sceneries, sunset & sunrise and of course beautiful mountains, rivers, animals and plants, we feel blessed that we are a part of this beautiful planet earth. Also the beautiful and 🥝healthy fruits, veggies & herbs make us think that nature has provided us all sorts of luxuries to stay happy and healthy. Although, some human activities are trying to ruin the beauty of earth but still our earth is amazing and so is our mother nature.

Among the delights which nature has provided us is  Kiwi , a beautiful, tasty & healthy fruit.
Kiwis are small fruits packed with flavor and loads of health benefits. The green flesh of fruit is sweet and tangy. It has plenty of nutrients like vitamin C, vitamin K, vitamin E, folate, and potassium. Kiwis also have a lot of antioxidants and are a good source of fiber. Their small black seeds are edible. It has fuzzy brown peel that can also be eaten though many people prefer to peel off the kiwifruit before eating it.

Thanks to different growing locations, kiwis can be in season year-round. They’re grown in California from November to May, and in New Zealand from June to October. Kiwi can also be found in supplement form. Kiwifruit is technically considered a berry.

A few years later, in 1963, this fuzzy fruit was first introduced in India. According to researchers, kiwi cultivation began in the Shimla district, and later spread through the nation. Currently, China, New Zealand, Italy, Greece, Chile, and France are the top kiwi cultivators in the world🥝.

The flesh of the kiwi fruit has a pretty bright green color and a distinct, yet rich flavor (a mix of sweet, tart, sour, bright, and acidic). The fruit has numerous black seeds that add a crunchy texture to this flavorful fruit.
It looks beautiful due to green coloured flesh and black seeds arranged in it in a pattern.

Kiwifruit is a delicious berry of a woody, twining vine and is popularly known by its shortened version as ‘kiwi’. It is native to China and is referred to as the country’s national fruit. Originally known as ‘Yang Tao’, kiwi is an oval-shaped, dull brown colored fruit with a fuzzy texture. The inside pulp is a vivid, semi-translucent, bright green flesh with a radiant pattern of lighter-colored spikes, freckled with a few tiny, edible black seeds. Kiwifruit has a unique and invigorating flavor with a soft and creamy texture.

The Actinidia genus which includes kiwi comprises of about 60 species. Globally, the most commonly consumed varieties are the ‘fuzzy’ and ‘golden’.

Scientific Name – Actinidia deliciosa

Origin – Northern China

Season – October to December (India)

Kiwifruit, also called Chinese gooseberry, is native to Chang Kiang Valley of China, with its cultivation dating back to the late 19th century. It is named as the national fruit of China. The Chinese used to prepare a tonic out of this fruit – it is that nutritious! But, it was the people from New Zealand who recognized the potential of this juicy and delicious fruit. They began cultivating it for commercial purposes. They changed its name in 1959 to kiwi as kiwi is their national bird.

An average kiwifruit contains just 54 calories.

Nutritional Facts Of Kiwi :-

Nutritional breakdown of kiwifruit

Per medium fruit, the kiwifruit contains:

Nutrient Amount Chart

Serial no.	Nutrient	Amount
1).	Calories	42
2).	Protein	0.8grams
3).	Total       Fat	0.4grams
4).	Fiber	2.1g
5).	Vitamin        C	64mg
6).	Vitamin        A	3µg
7).	Iron	0.2mg
8).	Potassium	252mg
9).	Folate	17µg

The fuzzy little kiwi also packs in the vital nutrients vitamin E, copper, vitamin K, choline, magnesium, and phosphorus. The kiwifruit is higher in vitamin C per ounce than most other fruits.



Kiwi contains 3 times more vitamin C as compared to oranges.

It boosts our body immunity. It
helps in fighting off infections and
repairs our body tissues. It is
high in minerals and thus it regulates body fluids, blood pressure and electrolytes level in body.
Omega 3- fatty acids and alpha-linoleic acid in the seeds of Kiwi help maintain heart, joints and metabolic health.
The Vitamin E content prevents anti-aging and protects from free radicals.

Kiwis are small and squishy fruits, but don’t underestimate it due to it's size. This delicious tropical fruit is a powerhouse packed with a variety of nutrients such as vitamin C (a whopping 154% per 100 grams), vitamin A, vitamin B6, calcium, iron & magnesium that are extremely beneficial for your health. The small kiwi fruit stores a treasure of nutritional surprises. Kiwi is one of the best source of vitamin C (ascorbic acid). Other vitamins including vitamin A, folate, vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol), and vitamin K (phylloquinone) are also present in good amounts. Kiwi also contains a high quantity of potassium along with other minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and phosphorous. All these vital nutrients in the fruit come with an added bonus of dietary fiber.

Also Read More Health Benefits Of Kiwi.
Beauty benefits of kiwifruit (kiwi).
Face packs of kiwifruit for gorgeous.

 HEALTH BENEFITS OF KIWI  :-🥝🥝

1). Aids In Digestion -

Kiwi is considered as valuable for maintaining a healthy digestive system. It is a good source of fiber which promotes digestion and maintains intestinal health.
Kiwi helps in treating any imbalance in our digestive system by nourishing it and acting as a prebiotic element.

According to a study, this tropical fruit also contains an enzyme called actinidin that breaks down proteins and helps in protein digestion.

Kiwi aids in providing relief from constipation by stimulating the bowel system. The natural laxative properties of this fruit owing to its fiber content add bulk to the stool. A good amount of proteolytic enzyme actinidin improves the digestion of proteins and facilitates smooth traffic through the digestive system. In the fruit, polysaccharides are present which help in averting the adhesion of enteropathogens and stimulate the probiotic bacteria in the colon. Kiwifruit extracts promote the growth of lactic acid and inhibit the development of Escherichia Coli bacteria and thus, helps in sustaining digestive health.

2). Friend To Heart -

Kiwi can prove to be helpful in protecting our heart. It can safeguard heart from potential damage.

It contains no cholesterol and contains potassium (312 mg./100 g) which is said to help in thinning of blood and is helpful in removal of clotting processes. It lowers the pressure on the blood vessels. This fruit raises the levels of HDL in the blood.

Apart from this, kiwi is known to lower the triglyceride levels in the blood which improves the blood fat profile further. It has quercetin, a polyphenol antioxidant which can aid in reducing the risk of heart disease.

According to a study, participants who consumed 2 to 3 kiwi fruits per day over a span of 28 days experienced a 18% dip in their platelet aggregation response in comparison to those eating fewer or no kiwis. It also suggested that they also experienced a 15% reduction in their triglyceride (blood fats) levels.

Kiwifruit is rich in protective polyphenols along with vitamin C, vitamin E, and potassium which are effective in the maintenance of cardiovascular health. An investigative study has revealed that this fruit exerts inhibitory activities which helps in the reduction of triglycerides in the blood.

A study reveals that eating of a couple of kiwis on a daily basis helps in reducing the platelet aggression response or the risk of blood clotting. This fibrinolytic effect of the fruit on your blood vessels prevents the risk of thromboembolic and cardiac disorders like atherosclerosis.

Due to these properties, we can say that consuming kiwifruit daily can be a great way to maintain cardiovascular health. It can prove to be a good friend to heart.

3). Boosts Immunity -

Kiwifruits are abundant in nutrients and are dense in vitamin C. Consuming 1 cup of kiwi fulfils about  273 % of daily recommended value. Vitamin C is an essential nutrient as it is capable of boosting your immune system to protect against various diseases. A study states that kiwifruits may support immune system functioning in right way and avoids the development of infections like cold or flu-like sicknesses especially in the groups like adults at-risk over the age of 65 and young children when the decrease in immunity of body or less immunity is seen.

The vitamin C content of kiwi can help strengthen your immune system and immunity of your body. Kiwifruit contains a high quantity of antioxidant compounds and vitamin E, which aid in increasing your body’s T-cell count, which further contributes in a stronger immune system.

4). Helps In Fighting Cancer -

Cancer is a life-threatening disease.

Kiwi is rich in vitamin C which contributes in removing the free radicals that damages the skin cells, and can even lead to skin cancer. A kiwifruit can fulfil the requirement of 77% of your daily vitamin C intake. Kiwifruit is having more vitamin C than an orange and lemon have all in together.

Kiwis can help in prevention of colon cancer. The edible fruit flesh contains soluble fiber that helps to promote the growth of good bacteria in the colon which helps in reducing the risk of colon cancer further.

In the Chinese folk medicine tradition,  Kiwifruit has been traditionally used due to it's possible effectiveness in healing various types of cancers such as liver cancer, breast cancer, stomach cancer, and lung cancer. Kiwifruit can stop the proliferation of cancerous cells and protect endogenous DNA damage.

Kiwifruit functions as an anti-cancer by being cytotoxic to malignant cancer cells without affecting the normal, healthy cells. The plethora of antioxidants, carotenoids, vitamins along with fiber contributes beneficially to the effectiveness of kiwi in the prevention or healing of cancers. A phytochemical called Catechin which is present in kiwi helps in reducing the toxicity of anti-cancer agents by stimulating the bone marrow  proliferation.

5). Antioxidant Properties -

Kiwi offers an abundance of vitamin C along with other phenolic components and carotenoids. These components and carotenoids are responsible for promoting good health. A study on kiwi along with oranges, and grapefruit has concluded that kiwi is having stronger antioxidant qualities as compared to the both. It can protect the DNA present in the body cells from oxidative damage caused by free radicals due to the presence of nourishing phytochemicals,further  reducing the risk of inflammations and diseases.

6). Aids In DNA Protection -

Kiwifruit is able to protect human DNA from oxygen-related damage according to researches performed. However, researchers are yet to find out and discover which compounds are responsible for this antioxidant ability. They say that these compounds are definitely not limited to vitamin C and beta-carotene alone. It is often discussed that the flavonoids and phytonutrients present in Kiwi can protect DNA.

7). Helps In Iron Absorption -

Kiwi can be beneficial in facilitating the absorption of iron in the body. A vitamin C dense fruit containing other phytochemicals too such as lutein and zeaxanthin in the fruit can be helpful in improving the presence of iron in the body thus preventing the iron deficiency in your body. A study says that consumption of kiwi along with an iron-rich breakfast cereal results in significant increase in iron in the body as compared to banana.

8). Can Treat asthma -

Kiwis are believed to help treat people with asthma due to high Vitamin C and antioxidant content. A study from 2000 discovered that there was a beneficial effect on the lung function among those who consumed fresh fruit regularly, including kiwis. Kiwi, when eaten fresh, can reduce wheezing in susceptible children.

It  protects against respiratory disorders. Kiwi is loaded with Vitamin C which is an essential nutrient and is suggested to be consumed by those who are suffering from respiratory problems.

It heals the respiratory tract by controlling disorder symptoms like wheezing and nasal blockage.  One study published in Thorax said that those having 5 to 7 servings of kiwi in a week have a 44% decrease in wheezing when compared to those taking only one serving per week. Problems like shortness of breath and chronic cough were seen reduced by 32% and 25% . The fruit proved most beneficial to the patients suffering from asthma benefited with their symptoms getting reduced by a whopping 50% .

9). Weight Loss Properties -

Obesity is one of the major problems in today's life. It can give birth to several diseases. So, if you want to loose your weight or just want to maintain your weight, you can go for kiwis. 100 grams of kiwi has only 55 calories. It  contains soluble fiber that gives the feeling of fullness to you, thereby reducing your hunger.

10). Promotes Better Sleep -

Being a source of serotonin, kiwi can help in treating insomnia. It can promote better sleep. A study revealed that consumption of kiwi helps in improving the sleep quality. It can also be helpful in improving the sleep onset and reducing wake up time after the onset. In this way, it can provide relief from any sleep disturbances.

Kiwi is rich in flavonoids such as naringenin, quercetin, rutin, catechin, epicatechin, which modulate the sleep-inducing receptors and are said to be effectual plant-based sedative agents. The peel of kiwi is a potent ingredient for the development of natural sleeping aids.

11). Prevents Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) -

Kiwi can be beneficial for those who are suffering from IBS.

According to a study,people suffering from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) showed that intake of two to three kiwis daily for a month can control the bowel movement. This is due to the high fiber and actinidin content of kiwifruit.

12 ). Treats Constipation -

Constipation is an annoying  condition. It is linked with adverse colon health, and is usually seen in the elderly and those with poor eating habits.

Kiwifruit is a natural laxative. It can cure constipation. Studies have said that having two kiwis every day is beneficial for frequent and less painful bowel movements.

Kiwi fruit is no doubt healthy to eat but it may be allergic to some. For More Health Benefits and side-effects or allergy factors along with precautions to be kept in mind while using kiwi, keep in touch by visiting and reading my next articles.

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