Many studies show that fruits are excellent allies for multiple aspects of mental health, in addition to happiness, such as quality of life and sleep, optimism, anxiety, minor psychiatric disorders, depressive symptoms and even suicide attempts.
Of all the fruits we know, there is one in particular that plays a double role: the kiwi. According to a study published in British Journal of Nutrition, Scientists have found that eating this fruit regularly can improve your mood in just four days.
Vitamin C intake has been linked to improved mood, vitality, well-being and reduced depression, while vitamin C deficiency is associated with increased depression and cognitive decline. If we think about fruits loaded with these nutrients, some like oranges come to mind; however, kiwi surpasses its benefits and even doubles them.
According to the National Institutes of Health, the recommended intake of vitamin C for adult women is 75 mg per day and 100 g of kiwi can cover 150% of the recommended intake and 250% if it is yellow.
As an antioxidant, vitamin C helps combat oxidative stress, protecting the brain from free radical damage linked to cognitive decline and mental disorders. Furthermore, this nutrient favors the synthesis of neurotransmitters such as serotonin, vital for regulating mood and one of the hormones responsible for happiness.
Kiwi can also strengthen the immune system, promote blood circulation or improve the development of bones, nerves and muscles.
