Vol. 6, Issue 12 (2017)

Author(s):
Rehana Salim, Fiza Nazir and Furheen Amin

Abstract:
Actinidia deliciosa commonly known as Kiwifruit native to south Asia, is rich in many vitamins, flavonoids and minerals. Traditionally it has been used to treat various diseases like cancers, including those of the digestive system. Healthful attributes of kiwifruit are high ascorbic acid levels and polyphenols. The present study was carried out to evaluate the chemical and antioxidant characteristics of kiwi fruit.