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9 Health Benefits of Kiwi

When you think of super foods, Kiwi doesn’t usually jump to mind first. The exotic fruit with the fuzzy skin might not seem like it, but it actually has a lot of health benefits to recommend making it a regular part of your fruit bowl. Lets take a look:

  1. Digestion – Kiwi fruit contains actinidin, an enzyme used as a meat tenderizer, which might aid in digestion as well.

  1. Immune Support – Not only is Kiwi high in Vitamin C, it also has extremely high antioxidant properties due to its high concentration of polyphenols. In one study Kiwi outperformed oranges and grapefruit in terms of antioxidant qualities. In this study, kiwi fruit had strong anti-oxidant effects and may prevent the development and deterioration of diseases caused by oxidative stress.

  1. Eye health -Kiwi is high in lutein, and other phytochemcials which help protect eyes from cataracts and macular degeneration. Studies have found that three kiwi a day will lower risk of eyesight loss.

  2. Skin care-Kiwi’s high zinc content helps promote testosterone in men as well as healthy skin, hair, nails and teeth

  3. Diabetes-A study conducted on kiwi demonstrated that consumption of the fruit helps regulate adipogenesis which is critical for the prevention of diabetes. Plus it’s low glyemic index makes it safe to eat for people who currently have diabetes.

  1. Asthma-One study found beneficial effects on the lung function among those who consumed fresh fruit regularly, including kiwis. Kiwi may reduce wheezing in susceptible children.

  2. Energy-One serving of kiwi has more potassium than a banana, ideal for fluid and electrolyte balance and energy during exercise.

  3. Blood Pressure -Kiwi’s high level of potassium also helps keep our electrolytes in balance by counteracting the effects of sodium.

  1. Sleep -Kiwifruit is a natural source of serotonin and flavonoids which help regulate sleep. Regular consumption of kiwi has been shown to help reduce the amount of waking time after sleep disturbances, meaning once you’re asleep you won’t wake up as often. Something to be noted is that to get the sleep benefits from the kiwi, you need to eat the skin.

So next time you’re in the grocery store, don’t be so quick to overlook that fuzzy fruit!


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About Dr. Jenny:

Dr. Jenny is a Naturopathic Doctor and clinical research associate. She is a successful entrepreneur as the CEO/Proprietor of AgeVital Pharmacies in Sarasota, Florida. She is a charismatic media personality and television producer with regular appearances on ABC, NBC, TBN, CBS, the CW and up coming show on Lifetime. As a health and wellness expert and educator, Dr. Jenny lectures all around the world at various conferences about the endocannabinoid system and functional integrative healthcare and how natural solutions work to treat a multitude of disease and illness. She is currently authoring books about the endocannabinoid system for healthcare practitioners and consumers.
 
She is the President and Chairman of The American Academy of the Endocannabinoid System (AAECS) and sits on the Executive Board of Directors for the American Board of Medical Marijuana Physicians (ABMMP)Her expansive credentials include a Board Certification at The American Board of Anti-Aging Health Practitioners – (ABAAHP), a Diplomate of the AAIM College of Nutrition and a Board Certification with the (AAIM) Board of Integrative Medicine. Dr. Jenny is also a member of the American Academy Of Anti-Aging Medicine, serves as a senior business and financial advisor for Nuvusio and the medical director for Biom-Pharmaceuticals and Chief Scientific Officer And Medical Director for M3. 

 

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