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Vitamin C in Kiwi Can be Absorbed 5 Times Faster
KIWI, a fruit that has a high vitamin C than other fruit not only good for the body, but vitamin C is found in kiwi also proved five times more effectively absorbed by the body.
This evidence is strengthened by the results of pre-clinical trials conducted by the University of Otago in New Zealand, about the availability of natural (bioavailibility) and efficacy (efficacy) of vitamin C from natural sources as compared with vitamin C from supplements. Natural sources used in this study is the fruit kiwi Zespri Green and Gold. The results of this study have been published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (first published online in December 2010).
These pre-clinical test using white rats in experiments. One group of rats given Zespri kiwi fruit in the form of gels and other groups were given vitamin C from supplements in their drinking water, for a month. As a result, groups of mice given Zespri kiwi fruit showed the absorption of vitamin C is more effective and vitamin C are able to survive much longer in the body.”Vitamin C is important in the body, namely as an antioxidant, a cofactor for collagen formation and various hormones, and enhancing the body’s immune system to prevent various diseases. However, levels of vitamin C in the body very rapidly decreased. Vitamin C is easily lost from the network faster than envisaged, although the symptoms of deficiency of vitamin C is not visible. So it is important to eat fruits that are a source of vitamin C, regularly, in order to help maintain the requirement of vitamin C, “says nutrition specialist clinic of the Faculty of Medicine, University of Indonesia, Dr. MS SpGK Fiastuti Witjaksono , in a press release.
Furthermore, Dr. Fiastuti reveals, “One of the fruits that proved to have high vitamin C content is kiwi fruit. Eating two kiwifruit a day sufficient for more than the daily requirement of vitamin C for adults, where the content of vitamin C in kiwifruit two times higher oranges compared with the weight ratio (grams) of the same. Another advantage kiwi, is rich in folic acid are beneficial for women who want to get pregnant, also has a low glycemic index making it safe for diabetics. “
With its inherent benefits, Zespri always try to meet the needs of the community through clinical trials.
“Every year Zespri International consistently conducted research to develop Zespri kiwi fruit quality. This year we welcome a pre-clinical trials conducted by the University of Otago with the use of vitamin C than kiwi fruit Zespri in this research. The results of this research would be our stock to increase sales Zespri kiwi fruit in Indonesia this year. In Indonesia alone, Zespri kiwi fruit with two variants, Zespri Gold and Zespri Green became increasingly popular, “said Judy Lee, Marketing Manager Asia Zespri.
In line with Judy Lee, Yuyuh Sukmana as Market Development Manager for Indonesia, said, “Sales in 2010 about 1.5 million tons, up significantly from sales in 2009, so this year we increase the target sales to around 2.45 million tonnes. Education program to the community is still a mainstay us, where we continue to hold the media in the implementation of the program. This year we did a lot of programs that directly reach the public. “
“This year, season Zespri kiwi fruit availability in the market from May until September for kiwifruit Zespri Gold and until December to Zespri Green kiwifruit. We also have a target to reach all of Java, Bali, Sumatra and parts of North Sumatra in particular, as a distribution area Zespri kiwi fruit, “he continued.
The food naturally improve eyesight
A variety of foods to improve our vision. IF we age, our eyes were as a result of macular degeneration, Can. We also develop Qatar Act. Vitamin A and beta-carotene is known, dass die for good eyes. Some foods rich and a vitamin antioxidants halves, winds have a better view and to encourage weak.SalmonSalmon contains high amounts of an omega-3 fatty acids. It contains vitamin A, vitamin D female and in Hull and Fulle. Port ion salmon 2-3 times per week is very good for health of the eye die.Dark chocolateDark chocolate are excellent antioxidants. She contains flavonoids, the cave for protection of the blood vessels so that the eye lens and cornea and useful Sindh.CitrusCitrus fruits contain vitamin C, essential for the prevention of macular degeneration. Protect she also aware that a cataract and other types of infections.MoorIt is known, know that antioxidants beta-carotene and carrot. She reduced the risk of cataracts and macular degeneration. Carrot known Sindh, uh regenerate cells.TomatoesWhether she should or raw tomato tomato soap, given the IT review, your vision. Tomatoes carotene and lutein are for beta, which includes to Prevent, macular degeneration known halves.Green leafy vegetablesGreen leafy vegetables, broccoli, spinach and Sind die very good for eyes because it is very good anti-oxidants. Have YOU “also a wealth of vitamins and minerals balanced for general health of the eye die.
Ganoderma, a healthy alternative to your normal cup of coffee
healthy coffee, but I was not laughing after learning how unhealthy regular coffee was. Did you know that 17 cups of water needed to neutralize the acid in a cup of coffee! It’s amazing, is not it? I love to drink the black gold in the morning was really bad for my health and I had no idea.Only by going through his short video, I’ve learned a lot about how the Chinese and Ganoderma has been used for centuries for healing and health benefits. Ganoderma has been found in Reishi mushroom and has tons of antioxidants and vitamins and minerals. The health benefits of drinking coffee and Gano Brand Reishi mushrooms are as follows:* More energy* Sleep better at night* Improved well-being* No caffeine nervousnessI know what you think – Mushroom Coffee, Eck! I felt the same way, but after tasting, I quickly change to van Eck MMM. It was good and very cheap! I love coffee, but it gives me the creeps, but I was not nervous at all after drinking Gano coffee brand. I was really sold on the product because of the price compared to other so-called healthy coffee. They will not tell you, but their coffee is less that the Reishi Gano coffee brand and more expensive. Gano Excel Compare to $ 23 over or more in their regular black coffee to Gano Brand Coffee at $ 10.95 per box of 20 servings. Not only pay less, but you get more Reishi. I am a big fan of their fire Gano Mocha is delicious and best of all, it’s good for my health. They carry a selection of coffee at an affordable price. Here are some of the other coffee they offer:* Black Coffee* Mocha Coffee* 3 in 1 already with cream and sugar inside.