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kiwi facts

Discover the nutritious benefits and fun facts of KiwiStar Kiwi by hovering over the images below.
Be sure to scroll down to learn about kiwi ripening tips and to see nutrition labels too.

Discover the nutritious benefits and fun facts of KiwiStar Kiwi by tapping the images below.
Be sure to scroll down to learn about kiwi ripening tips and to see nutrition labels too.

kiwi varieties

There are over 60 varieties of kiwifruit, including gold kiwi, red kiwi and even kiwi berries!

gold kiwi

Gold Kiwi has smooth skin and more vitamin C than green kiwi.

kiwi bird

Kiwis were named after New Zealand’s national bird.

folate

Kiwifruit is a good unfortified source of folate. Provides 10% of the daily recommended value. Folate helps prevent birth defects and protect the health of the mother and baby during pregnancy.

vitamin E

Kiwifruit is a rare fat-free source of Vitamin E. One serving provides 10% of the daily recommended value of Vitamin E. Vitamin E helps lower cholesterol and boosts immunity.

magnesium

One serving of kiwi has 30mg of magnesium which helps nerve and muscle function.

fiber

One serving of kiwi has more fiber than a packet of oatmeal.

help you sleep

Kiwifruit is high in seratonin. Studies show that eating two kiwis before bedtime can hep you fall asleep more quickly.

kiwi producers

Italy is one of the largest kiwi producers in the world. Our KiwiStar Kiwis are grown near Venice and Rome and are available October through April.

meat tenderizer

Just add 1 or 2 tsp of kiwifruit to your favorite marinade and spread over the surface of the meat. Let it sit in the fridge for at least 2 hours.

edible skin

Kiwifruit can be washed and eaten whole, skin and all!

potassium

One serving of kiwi is a great source of potassium.

nutrient dense

According to a Rutgers University study, kiwifruit is the most nutrient dense out of the 27 most popular fruits.

digestive health

Kiwi contains the enzyme actinidin which aids in digestion!

eye health

Kiwifruit is the best fruit source of lutein, a phytonutrient scientists believe may protect against age-related macular degeneration (AMD). AMD is the leading cause of irreversible blindness among older Americans.

recover well

Kiwis are a great post-workout snack.

vitamin C

One serving of kiwi has more vitamin C than an orange.

hydrate

Kiwis are 84% water, so hydrate with Kiwifriuit and stay fuller longer.

ripening tips

Our kiwis should be ripe and have a slight give like an avocado when you receive them, in which case they should be kept in the refrigerator. If not, for optimal flavor follow our ripening tips below:

touch

Kiwis are ripe when they have a slight give like an avocado. If they aren’t ripe…

check

Keep them out at room tempurature and check daily until ready. To speed up the ripening process, place kiwis in a paper bag with an apple or banana and check daily.

eat

Enjoy serious nutrition and delicious flavor!

green kiwi nutrition facts

Serving Size
Kiwifruit, 2 medium (148g / 5.3oz)
Calories: 90
Calories from fat: 5

% Daily Value*

Total Fat	1g	1%
Saturated Fat	0g	0%
Trans Fat	0g
Cholesterol	0mg	0%
Sodium	0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate	22g	8%
Dietary Fiber	4g	14%
Total Sugars	13g
Includes 0g Added Sugars		0%
Protein	2g
Vitamin C	137mg	150%
Vitamin D	0mcg	0%
Vitamin E	2.2mg	15%
Potassium	460mg	10%
Calcium	50mg	4%
Iron	0.5mg	2%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

gold kiwi nutrition facts

Serving Size
Kiwifruit, 2 medium (148g / 5.3oz)
Calories: 90
Calories from fat: 5

% Daily Value*

Total Fat	1g	1%
Saturated Fat	0g	0%
Trans Fat	0g
Cholesterol	0mg	0%
Sodium	0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate	21g	8%
Dietary Fiber	3g	11%
Total Sugars	16g
Includes 0g Added Sugars		0%
Protein	2g
Vitamin C	156mg	170%
Vitamin D	0mcg	0%
Vitamin E	2.2mg	15%
Potassium	460mg	10%
Calcium	50mg	4%
Iron	0.5mg	2%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.