Kiwi Berry

Did You Know

• The major difference kiwi berries and kiwifruit is that the berries have a leathery, smooth, green skin.

• Kiwi berries taste best when ripe, or when the berry feels soft to the touch. Like most berries, they can be enjoyed at room temperature but last longer (up to a week) when refrigerated. They can also be frozen and added to smoothies.

• Kiwi berry is a robust, climbing, vigorous and deciduous herb growing to 20 feet in height. 

• Kiwi berry with scientific names Actinidia arguta is native to Eastern Siberia, Japan, China, Sakhalin, Korea and Kuril Islands.

• Other common names of Kiwi berry are Arctic Kiwi, Bower Actinidia, Baby Kiwi, Cocktail Kiwi, Bower Vine, Dessert Kiwi, Japanese Actinidia, Hardy Kiwi, Kiwiberry, Siberian Gooseberry, Mini Kiwi, Vinepear and Taravine.

Health Benefits

• 125 grams of Kiwi berry fruit contains 22 grams of carbohydrate, 4 grams of dietary fiber, 360 mg of potassium, 1.5 grams of protein, 0.7 grams of fat and 7 mg of sodium.

• Kiwi berry is loaded with antioxidant which helps to reduce the chances of cancer, cardiovascular disease and also slows down the process of ageing.

• Kiwi berry are an excellent source of Vitamin C, fiber, calcium and Vitamin A.

*Disclaimer: Please seek professional medical advice for a diet that fits your needs.