This variety began to be produced in 1992 in New Zealand, by crossing seeds from a Chinese plant with excellent yellow-fleshed fruits with male kiwi plants that produced large fruits with very good flavor. The result of this cross was a fruit with golden flesh, commercially known today as ZESPRI™ Gold Kiwi. Fruit characteristics Its shape is similar to that of the green-fleshed kiwi, but slightly elongated with a pointed crown-shaped end. The skin is light brown and smooth. Its flesh has a velvety and soft consistency, is golden in color, and contains red and black seeds, which are edible and small in size. In terms of flavor, this fruit differs from the green-fleshed kiwi, being sweeter and more exotic. Some people say it reminds them of a combination of melon and apricot flavors, with a touch of citrus.

1. They are delicious!

2. Source of vitamin C

Citrus fruits are the ultimate source of vitamin C? Without a doubt. Kiwis contain almost twice as much vitamin C as an orange and three times more than a lemon. Vitamin C helps strengthen defenses and improve bone health, teeth, and blood vessels.

3. Packed with antioxidants

Both green and yellow kiwis are rich in vitamin C. In addition, yellow kiwi is a source of vitamin E (it contains twice as much vitamin E as an apple). Both vitamins have a strong antioxidant effect: they protect us from harmful substances, called free radicals, diseases, and aging.

4. Promotes intestinal transit

The keys to enjoying good intestinal transit are a balanced diet, drinking enough fluids, and practicing moderate exercise. Kiwi is an excellent ingredient for that balanced diet. But that's not all: green kiwi is rich in fiber and helps improve intestinal transit naturally. A healthy digestive system ensures a smooth elimination of waste and proper intestinal transit. Kiwi has been shown to be a natural alternative to laxatives ¹.

Source: ¹Rush, E.C. et al. Asia Pacific J Clin Nutr 2002/ Study conducted by Nutrifyzics in 2009, at the request of Zespri.

5. Aids digestion Green kiwis are rich in fiber. Fiber helps improve intestinal transit naturally. In addition, kiwis contain actinidin. This enzyme improves the digestion of proteins (found, for example, in meat and dairy products) and intestinal transit. Kiwi is the only fruit with actinidin and that is precisely what makes them so special.

6. A great dose of potassium

Potassium is essential for each and every cell in our body. A deficiency of this substance can cause hypertension, depression, fatigue, and poor intestinal transit. Another reason to eat kiwis: a kiwi contains almost as much potassium as a banana.

7. Source of folic acid

Are you pregnant or planning to have children? In that case, your doctor will recommend that you take folic acid. Vitamin B improves the development of genetic material. The Gold variety of Zespri kiwis contains the most folic acid. Obviously, during pregnancy, you cannot get all the folic acid you need from kiwis, but they complement perfectly and deliciously the folic acid prescribed by your doctor.

8. Low glycemic index

Zespri Green and Gold kiwis have a low glycemic index (GI) (39 and 48%, respectively). This means that carbohydrates are not quickly absorbed by the body and that glucose is only partially released into the bloodstream. In this way, fat is burned relatively easily and hunger is reduced. Products with a low GI reduce the risk of diabetes and coronary heart disease.

9. Calories? Very few!

55 and 72 kcal per 100 grams: this is the energy value of Zespri Gold and Green kiwis, respectively. Zespri Gold kiwis contain fructose, a natural form of sugar found primarily in fruit. The taste of fructose is slightly sweeter than that of glucose, and it is this substance that gives the yellow kiwi its sweet flavor. In summary: Zesp