Chilean Kiwifruit: A Smart, Nutritious Snack for Summer and Back-to-School Season

(NewsUSA) - Kiwifruit, with its bright green flesh and sweet-tart flavor, is a powerhouse of nutrition packed into a small, fuzzy package. Originally from China and popularized in New Zealand, today much of the kiwifruit available in North America during the summer comes from Chile. Thanks to Chile’s opposite growing season, fresh kiwifruit arrives during the Northern Hemisphere’s warmer months, making it a seasonal favorite for healthy snacks and school lunches.

Just one kiwifruit provides 120% of your daily requirement for vitamin C. It's rich in fiber, potassium, vitamin K, and antioxidants. Kiwifruit can also be a supportive part of a GLP-1 diet.  This is because it has a low glycemic index, high fiber content and is nutrient dense with a low-calorie profile.