Worried about blood sugar from eating indiscriminately? Eat this fruit before meals during Chuseok: one kiwi before eating...

The national holiday of Chuseok is just around the corner. During this harvest festival, which is rich in food, people tend to eat more meat, jeon (pancakes), and rice cakes than usual. These Chuseok foods are high in calories and greasy, and if eaten recklessly, they can impair digestion, leading to bloating or a feeling of fullness.

 

Foods composed of refined carbohydrates such as japchae and songpyeon cause a rapid spike in blood sugar levels, known as a 'blood sugar spike.' Those with diabetes who need to regulate their diet regularly should be especially cautious.

 

Kiwi, the helper of Chuseok tables, assists with blood sugar management and digestion promotion

 

Eating one kiwi before a meal can help with blood sugar management and digestion. Among the various fruits available during Chuseok, it also aids in blood sugar control. Sun Gold Kiwi, characterized by its sweet taste and rich juice, may be thought to have a high glycemic index, but it is a low-glycemic fruit. The glycemic index (GI) of Sun Gold Kiwi is 48, allowing you to enjoy its sweetness healthily.

 

Green kiwi, characterized by its refreshing taste, has a glycemic index (GI) of 51. It is lower than the 55 threshold for low blood sugar foods. Consuming green kiwi before a meal allows the abundant dietary fiber in the kiwi to form a mesh in the intestines, delaying carbohydrate absorption and causing blood sugar to rise slowly.

Green kiwifruit actually contains 2.3 grams of rich dietary fiber per 100 grams. It contains a balanced amount of soluble and insoluble dietary fibers, aiding the digestion process. The soluble dietary fiber in green kiwifruit absorbs water and swells in the intestines. Subsequently, it stays along with other foods, gradually facilitating digestion and nutrient absorption. As a result, it helps to raise blood sugar levels gradually and maintains a feeling of fullness for a longer period. The insoluble dietary fiber in green kiwifruit does not dissolve in water and passes through the intestines unchanged, increasing stool volume and promoting intestinal peristalsis.

 

The natural proteolytic enzyme actinidin found in green kiwifruit helps with protein digestion and absorption. According to a research team from Massey University in New Zealand, actinidin in kiwifruit increases beef digestion ability by 40% and soybean protein digestion ability by 27%. This makes it effective in reducing the burden on the stomach when consuming meat-heavy holiday foods.

Beneficial kiwi even after Chuseok... Helps improve damaged gut health and boost vitality

Consuming kiwi after the holidays can help with tiredness and gut health. Long hours of driving, household chores, and changes in sleep patterns can put stress on gut health. Polyphenols, a rich plant-based nutrient found in green kiwis, work as prebiotics alongside dietary fiber, helping beneficial gut bacteria grow and contributing to overall gut health.

Green kiwi is a representative 'low FODMAP' food recognized by Monash University in Australia, which leads research related to FODMAP. FODMAP refers to carbohydrates that are not absorbed in the small and large intestines and are fermented by gut bacteria, producing gas and liquids that cause bloating and discomfort in the abdomen. Green kiwi contains low levels of FODMAP components, making it beneficial for improving symptoms of gastrointestinal disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome.

Sun Gold Kiwi, rich in natural vitamin C, is ideal for overcoming holiday syndrome overwhelmed by stress and fatigue. It especially helps strengthen the immune system during the period when daily temperature differences increase after Chuseok. During the changing seasons when the weather shifts rapidly, immunity can easily decline. At this time, one Sun Gold Kiwi can sufficiently meet the adult daily recommended intake of 100mg of vitamin C. Sun Gold Kiwi contains 152mg of vitamin C per 100g.

Sun Gold Kiwis, which are high in vitamin C content, promote internal metabolism and help the body's immune system function normally. In addition, Sun Gold Kiwis contain tryptophan, an amino acid that produces serotonin, known as the happiness hormone, which helps improve mood and emotional stability.

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These days, with Chuseok approaching, fruit prices have risen a lot, but the most stable fruit is kiwi.

It seems.

Kiwi helps lower blood sugar, relieves fatigue from long drives, and is considered a vitality nutrient.

Hani, enjoy your delicious kiwi and eat a lot.

Haha, I think I am a Kiwi ambassador.