Want a tangy start to the day? Bite into a kiwi. Also known as Chinese gooseberry, the fuzzy brown fruit with a bright green interior is packed with goodness.
Why Kiwis?
Nutrition wise, kiwi fruit is rich in potassium and vitamins C, A and E. Its black seeds can be crushed to produce kiwi fruit oil, a rich source of alfalinoleic acid 9and omega 3 fatty acid). Kiwi fruit is especially beneficial for asthmatic children and it decreases the probability of colon cancer. Since it contains the protein- dissolving enzyme actinidin, it may cause allergic reactions in some people like itching of the mouth, lips, palate, wheezing and collapsing.
How to Buy
Choose plump, unwrinkled fruit with unblemished skins. Hard, unripe fruit can be ripened at home. Store at room temperature, but not in a bowl with other fruits, since the enzymes in kiwis cause them to ripen very quickly.
Taken from the Delhi Times section of the Times of India
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