Kiwi, or “Chinese gooseberry,” is currently known worldwide. But he did not get wide distribution thanks to the efforts of the Chinese. James MacLocklin from New Zealand - a port clerk who was left without work during the crisis - decided to master a new area of activity for himself - farming. At first, his choice fell on the cultivation of lemons, but he realized in time that this culture is not in demand and you need to try something else. At this time, on a nearby plantation, Alexander Ellison was engaged in the cultivation of a “Chinese gooseberry” funny for those places. And James MacLocklin decided to take a chance and began to grow a new fruit. It is to these two farmers that we owe the fact that now we have the opportunity to enjoy the kiwi. Its modern name “Chinese gooseberry” was obtained from a beautiful kiwi bird, which is loved in New Zealand.
The real anti-crisis product of kiwi. A fruit whose beneficial properties are amazing in its scope. Kiwi - a storehouse of energy and vitality, which are so necessary at the time of weakening of the body. This is due to the fact that it contains a large amount of vitamin C. Kiwi saves us at any time of the year. Moreover, if in the summer and autumn we can get energy from any other vegetables and fruits, then in the winter and spring the vitamin deficiency worsens, it is during these six months that the kiwi saves us. Thus, this fruit helps increase immunity and cope with spleen and colds. But not only this vitamin contains kiwi fruit. Its useful properties are also due to the content of B vitamins (B1, B6, B2), A, K, E, PP.
Kiwi performs not only an immunostimulating function, but also a number of others. For example, vitamin K helps prevent diabetes. It also contributes to the fact that calcium is better absorbed, and this has a positive effect on the skeletal system, the entire connective tissue, as well as on the work of the kidneys. Metabolism improves, which helps a person to keep himself in good shape.
On guard of beauty is the kiwi fruit. Its useful properties are such that vitamin A and E contribute to the rejuvenation of the body as a whole. Folic acid renews blood cells. Vitamin B6 has excellent properties. It helps food to be better absorbed, saturates the body with the necessary enzymes that help break down proteins and reduce blood coagulation, which helps if it is initially high. Also, this vitamin reduces the risk of thrombosis in the cardiovascular system and atherosclerosis.
Kiwi fruit is especially recommended for women. Useful properties of it help to fight excess weight. Kiwi contains a small amount of calories and is often used in diets.
Folic acid is essential for children. A growing body requires it in the right amount, since a lack of folic acid will cause a delay in physical and mental development.
Nature has granted Kiwi benefits to pregnant women. A woman in a position needs folic acid for the proper development of the fetus. An additional positive property for a pregnant woman is the laxative effect of kiwi, since often constipation causes pain in the abdomen. In addition, kiwi contains fiber, which is necessary for the proper functioning of the intestines. Fiber also prevents late heartburn.
Like any other food product, kiwi has useful properties and contraindications. Since this fruit contains vitamin C, it is very carefully recommended that allergy sufferers eat it. Kiwi is contraindicated in people who have an increased level of acidity of juice in the stomach. It is also not recommended for people prone to intestinal disorders.