Excellent source of beneficial plant compounds

Kiwis are a rich source of plant chemicals that have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties in the body, in addition to containing the antioxidant minerals vitamin C and vitamin E. For example, kiwis contain carotenoids, which have health-promoting properties. These compounds include:

• Lutein
• Zeaxanthin
• Beta carotene

Carotenoids-rich diets may help protect against some health issues, including heart disease, according to research. A meta-analysis of 69 studies discovered that higher dietary intake and blood concentrations of carotenoids, vitamin C, and vitamin E were linked to a lower risk of heart disease, total cancer, and death from any cause. All of these nutrients are abundant in kiwis. Furthermore, research on nearly 17,000 people indicated that those with diets high in total carotenoids had a decreased likelihood of depressive symptoms. Kiwis also contain polyphenol chemicals that have anti-inflammatory properties in the stomach and throughout the body, such as caffeic acid and chlorogenic acid.