August 14th, 2024

After recent technical issues with hosting my blog - I am back!  This is something that I’ve wanted to share for some time.  I had a recent bout of tummy issues - largely due to midlife, menopausal - hormonal issues.  I plan to share a lot more, but here’s just one thing I learned during that experience. We have been trained to eat kiwi Wong.  Other countries eat most fruit with the skin for all of the extra fiber, nutrients and benefits. Kiwi is no exception.  They are excellent nutritional powerhouses full of antioxidants and flavanoids!  They are great for the mind, body and skin, alike,  packed full of potassium, magnesium, folate, vitamin E, and vitamin C.  A tidbit most people may not know is kiwi has more vitamin C in the skin than the fruit itself.  Most people peel off a very valuable part of this fruit with the fuzzy outer skin.  The fuzzy coating is actually quite safe to eat, and isn’t at all unpleasant if you slice it in rings.  The skin offer prebiotic fiber that aids in digestion and a healthy gut.  It’s been shown to prevent constipation and possibly protect against colon cancer.  According to MedicineNet, Just, eat the skin in moderation. Too much of the skin can cause upset stomach & other issues because it contains Actinidin and Oxalates.  Additionally, some people may be allergic.  Speak to your own healthcare provider about any new things you incorporate including eating the skin.  I am only sharing because it seems to be working for me.  


I have recently had some menopausal digestive issues and one kiwi, sliced with skin, every day - has been a tremendous help for my hormonal bloating, and irregularity.  I heard about this from someone else and though maybe you could benefit from hearing it too!    


I wash mine, very well, to clean off any residue or toxins.  First, soak them in cold water with a few tablespoons each of baking soda and vinegar.  Then scrub and rinse the fruit well.  Dry before putting away to store - and slice the kiwi right before eating.  Let me know what you think!