Golden Kiwi

Kiwi is a tiny fruit that packs in a ton of nutritional benefits. Generally referred to as kiwifruit, kiwis originated in China before spreading to New Zealand, and eventually, Europe and the United States. Kiwi is sweet, refreshing fruits with a nice tartness that complements their sweetness.

It is recommended that individuals eat a serving of at least one golden kiwi a day for health benefits. Much of their useful compounds, golden kiwis are chosen as part of a natural and effective fruit for the major health and well-being concerns all around the world.

Description and taste

Bronze toned with smooth and hairless skin, Golden Kiwi is different from other kiwis in hue, flavor and texture. The flavors are mildly acid, sweet with time and tropical somehow similar to the notes of strawberry, pineapple and mango.

The origin of Golden Kiwi 

Even if many may think that Kiwis are originally from New Zealand, this type of fruit is actually native to China. During the 20th century, thanks to the teacher – Isabel Fraser – who brought these fruit seeds to New Zealand, a new variety of kiwi derived from that period of time in this country, as we call Golden Kiwi.

Golden kiwi fruits thrive in fertile soils and mild temperate climates, typical of many coastal regions in Europe.

Summary of nutrition value

Golden kiwis are a rich source of fiber with complex carbs which are low in calories and fat, favorable for any healthy purposes. Golden kiwis are also filled with a large amount of vitamin C and a good source of potassium, folate, and antioxidants.

Benefits of golden kiwis that you may not miss

Golden kiwis offer a wide variety of healthy pros:

Support the immune system

Golden kiwis are stated to have the richest in vitamin C. Actually, a serving of kiwi fruit (2 small kiwis) contains even more vitamin C than a medium size orange.

Bring the beauty to your skin

The abundant vitamin C in kiwi fruit can help to fight free radicals in the body and give the skin elasticity. Getting enough vitamin C every day is a real treat for healthy skin.

Improve your memory

Kiwi is said to help prevent some brain disorders. Ascorbic acid, or vitamin C in golden kiwis are of importance to form the sheath in the brain and the interaction of the cells.

Good for weight loss

Golden kiwis are literally full of fiber. The bulk of soluble fiber inside of this fruit is a key to promote the feeling of fullness. No wonder that kiwis are so favored by many for their benefits in diet.

Prevent High Blood 

Kiwis are one of the low-sugar fruits, with several benefits for diabetes management. They may protect against blood sugar related health problems. They also can decline the rise in blood sugar.

Better for Wound Healing

Each individual provided with enough vitamin C daily can create the building blocks required to repair injuries and heal wounds.

Best way to store Golden Kiwis

An airtight plastic bag put in the fridge is a favorable place to store kiwifruit. (0°C and 10%-100% relative humidity). In terms of quickly enjoying the ripe ones, you can place your golden kiwis in a brown paper bag with a banana or an apple – ethylene gas emitting from these fruits is the key to speed up the ripening process.

Cautions

In general, golden kiwi is safe. However, it may cause allergic reactions such as trouble swallowing (dysphagia), and hives in those who are allergic to this fruit.

You can find fresh golden kiwis in our store any time of the year, but they’re best during spring and summer since Golden kiwis are in season from May to January, fresh off the farm. Check out our Long Produce store for the best Golden Kiwis. 

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