Health & Beauty. delivery number 21: The Kiwi.

blessed-girl (70)in #farms • 6 years ago (edited)

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Every day I will publish a fruit, vegetable or vegetable, highlighting its properties and benefits for health and beauty. In this way we will know more about the natural benefits that we can count on daily if we know more about the fruits, vegetables that we consume or that we see in the market and that we have not yet tested. In today's delivery I will talk about ...

The kiwi is the fruit of the kiwi plant of the same name originating in China (there are more than 400 species). Its scientific name is Actinidia chinensis and belongs to the family of Actinidiaceae. Kiwi is the name given to him in New Zealand. In fact, this fruit resembles the bird that represents the nation, the kiwi precisely. In fact, it is from New Zealand that intensive cultivation of this fruit has originated and spread to all other nations. The plant is in the form of a climber and can exceed 10 meters in height.

Kiwi is a small fruit rich in vitamin C that can provide many health benefits. It grows in many different countries and, for this reason, it is always available throughout the year. Let's see some of its benefits.

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Immune system:

The fruit is full of nutrients and vitamin C. The latter plays a key role in strengthening the immune system. Studies confirm that the fruit is able to stimulate the immune system and prevent colds and flu.

Free radicals:

A diet rich in vitamin C can protect our body from the negative effects of free radicals. It also promotes the health of the teeth and gums.

Reduce the cholesterol:

Vitamin C can reduce the rate of bad cholesterol in the blood and helps prevent heart attacks and arteriosclerosis. Heart disease is currently the most common cause of premature death in the world. Some of the main risk factors include hypertension, high cholesterol and the presence of blood clots.

Prevents cataract:

Some studies show that the properties of vitamin C are able to protect us from cataracts, the alteration of sight that arises when the lens is opaque. To avoid this effect it would be enough to consume a couple of kiwis a day.

Macular degeneration:

The consumption of three servings of fruit a day helps to reduce the risk of macular degeneration related to advanced age. This condition is the main cause of vision loss in the elderly.

Blood pressure:

The high potassium content in kiwifruit is very useful to counteract the effects of sodium and keep blood pressure under control. Eating 3 kiwis a day reduces the pressure effectively.

Stress:

The presence of minerals such as iron and magnesium make the kiwi the ideal food for those who want to combat daily stress. Potassium also benefits in cases of depression and fatigue in general.

Blood coagulation:

In addition to positively influencing blood pressure, this fruit can also thin the blood and reduce triglyceride levels. Eating 2 or 3 kiwis a day has anticoagulant effects in the blood. In addition to this benefit, it also reduces the percentage of fats in the blood. The researchers also state that their effects are similar to those of a cardiac aspirin.

Digestive:

Thanks to the presence of fibers, the kiwi facilitates the digestive process and, therefore, can help us in case of constipation. A recent study found that the extract of this fruit contains an enzyme called actinidin. This compound is able to improve the digestion of most proteins.

Constipation:

Constipation is a disorder characterized by intestinal irregularities, hard stools, and poor evacuation or absent. It is linked to poor colon health and is cause for concern, especially when older people are affected. Several studies indicate that the consumption of kiwi can help to counteract constipation. Thanks to the natural laxative effect caused by this fruit.

Protects DNA:

Oxidative stress caused by free radicals can damage our DNA with health consequences. The consumption of kiwi reduces oxidative stress.

Heart disease:

Heart disease is currently the most common cause of premature death in the world. Some of the main risk factors include hypertension, high cholesterol and the presence of blood clots. It has been shown that eating a couple of kiwis a day brings benefits from the point of view of preventing heart disease.

Glycemia:

Kiwi is a fruit rich in dietary fiber. A diet high in fiber is a very good help to keep diabetics' blood sugar levels under control. The fibers are also useful for eliminating toxins from the colon and for preventing the tumor.

Asthma:

Eating foods rich in vitamin C can improve protection against respiratory symptoms associated with asthma.

Improve sleep:

It is a good source of serotonin, a compound that helps improve sleep. The intake of this fruit helps improve the quality of sleep. In addition, the kiwi contains some flavonoids such as quercetin, naringenin, rutin, catechin and epicatechin that regulate the receptors that induce sleep.

Iron absorption:

Another very useful property of this fruit is the improvement of iron absorption. The abundance of vitamin C and other compounds such as lutein and zeaxanthin help improve iron stores in the body.

Pregnancy:

Thanks to the presence of folate it is a fruit recommended for pregnant women. This compound prevents defects of the neural tube of the fetus. It also plays a fundamental role in the growth and development of the brain. The vitamins, minerals and flavonoids present in the fruit contribute to the health and proper development of the fetus.

Diabetes:

It has a low glycemic index that makes it suitable to be consumed by people with diabetes. It has a low glycemic index of 4, which makes it an adequate food for diabetics. The consumption of this fruit helps in the regulation of adipogenesis that is essential for the prevention of diabetes. The malfunction of adipose tissue is related to the development of insulin resistance and therefore diabetes.

Antitumor:

In traditional Chinese medicine, this fruit is considered effective in the treatment of several types of cancer. Its extract is used in the treatment of breast, stomach, liver and lung cancer. Kiwi extracts inhibit the proliferation of cancer cells and protect DNA from oxidative damage. The antioxidant compounds of the fruit have cytotoxic effects in the diseased cells without affecting the healthy ones.

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Its juice has cleaning properties and is often used in cosmetics for the preparation of facial creams.

Benefits for the skin:

The kiwi, due to the high concentration of vitamin C, helps to combat skin damage caused by sun exposure and contamination, improving its quality and robustness, reduces wrinkles and improves the skin's texture in general. In addition, vitamin C always plays an essential role in the formation of collagen, the main skin support system. Because of these properties, the kiwi is the basis of many beauty recipes, including masks and ointments.

To purify the skin (this fruit has regulating properties of sebum and, therefore, is suitable for any type of skin), you can create a homemade mask where you mix the kiwi shake with a few tablespoons of yogurt. Spread it on the skin of the face and keep it that way for at least 15 minutes before rinsing.

Benefits for hair

The kiwi is also good for the hair because it stimulates keratin and gives it shine. You can make a mask for the hair, mixing the crushed kiwi with a fork, yogurt and honey in equal quantity and place it in the hair from the root to the tips. Wrap the head with a plastic wrap and leave it for 20 minutes. Then wash normal. Your hair will be bright and easy to comb.

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The kiwis can be used for the preparation of jams and jellies, alone or in combination with other fruits; You can add some kiwis to your fruit salads or as ingredients of fruit skewers, smoothies, with yogurt.

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Although it is a fruit rich in therapeutic properties, it can have side effects such as allergies and kidney stones. This can happen to individuals particularly sensitive to their compounds, especially children. In some cases, allergies can even cause anaphylactic shock and death. The kiwi contains oxalates, excessive consumption of oxalate-rich foods can promote the formation of kidney stones.

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Health & Beauty. delivery number 21: The Kiwi.

Greetings friends of steemit, welcome to my Blog.

Immune system:

Free radicals:

Reduce the cholesterol:

Prevents cataract:

Macular degeneration:

Blood pressure:

Stress:

Blood coagulation:

Digestive:

Constipation:

Protects DNA:

Heart disease:

Glycemia:

Asthma:

Improve sleep:

Iron absorption:

Pregnancy:

Diabetes:

Antitumor:

Benefits for the skin:

Benefits for hair

I hope you like this initiative ... you can make suggestions and propose fruits and vegetables for the next delivery.

References:

Visit my other publications:

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