What to eat in breakfast: 10 health benefits of kiwi fruit

By Namita S Kalla | July 08, 2025 | Image: Canva

What to eat in breakfast: 10 health benefits of kiwi fruit

Aids digestion

Kiwi contains an enzyme called actinidin which breaks down protein-rich foods, making your meals easier to digest and preventing bloating or that too-full sluggish feeling

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Boosts immunity

It’s full of vitamin C and antioxidants that strengthen your body’s defence system helping you fight off infections colds and even slow down cellular ageing naturally

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Improves skin tone

The high vitamin E and C content  can make your skin glow from within, reducing dullness and calming acne-prone sensitive or irritated skin

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Control blood pressure

Regular kiwi consumption helps lower systolic blood pressure, thanks to its potassium content and blood-thinning properties that improve heart health without medications

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Promotes sleep

Studies suggest kiwi can improve sleep  quality and duration due to its serotonin content which helps regulate your sleep-wake cycle naturally over time

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Helps keep eyes healthy

Packed with lutein and zeaxanthin, kiwi protects against age-related macular degeneration and also shields your eyes  from harsh blue light damage

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Cuts inflammation

Its antioxidant profile fights chronic inflammation and also lowers risks associated with heart disease, cancer and autoimmune disorders when consumed regularly

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Regulates blood sugar level

Despite being sweet, it has a low  glycaemic index and its fibre slows  down sugar absorption, making it a  safe fruit for diabetics too

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Helps heal wounds

Vitamin K and antioxidants speed  up healing and tissue repair, especially  for cuts scars and damaged skin by  supporting healthy collagen production

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Improves gut flora

Its prebiotic fibre feeds good gut bacteria, improving digestion, absorption and overall gut-brain health, especially if you suffer  from IBS or irregular bowels

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