Fruits - Kiwi
The "magic" source of vitamin C!
KIWI
Green, with a distinctive and usually sour taste, the kiwifruit has been gaining more and more ground in recent years.
The most common kiwifruit variety is "Hayward" and has green flesh. The development of kiwi cultivation is mostly based on this variety.
In particular, Hayward kiwifruit are known for large fruit size, high productivity and the
ability to be preserved for a long time.
Where is kiwi grown?
Nowadays, Italy, New Zealand, Chile, France, Japan and the USA are the dominant producers of kiwifruit.
The position of Greek production rises higher and higher in the world market year after year. Kiwi planting takes place in spring and they are harvested in the middle of October.
What is the nutritional value of kiwi?
Kiwi is an extremely nutritious fruit. It is an important source of vitamin C, containing in
the same amount, a greater amount of vitamin C compared to an orange. In addition, it
contains vitamin K, as well as copper, vitamin E, potassium, folic acid and magnesium.
Nutritional value of kiwi per 100g
Calories 58 Kcal
Protein 1.06g
Fat 0.44g
Carbohydrates 14 g
Vegetable Fibers 3gr
Water 83.9%
Nutritional value of kiwi per 100g
Vitamin C 74.5mg
Vitamin B1 0.03mg
Vitamin B2 0.03mg
Vitamin A 4 µg
Vitamin K 40.3μg
Vitamin E 1.3mg
Metals
Phosphorus 34mg
Sodium 5mg
Calcium 35mg
Iron 0.24mg
Potassium 198mg
Copper 0.13mg
Magnesium 16mg
