Hint: Stop Peeling Them: You’re Throwing Away the Best Part!
Most people slice their kiwi, scoop out the green center, and toss the fuzzy skin in the trash. But if you’re doing that you’re missing out on the most powerful anti-aging benefits this fruit has to offer.
Yes, we’re here to talk about something you probably didn’t expect: eating the skin of the kiwi.
It’s not weird. It’s wise. It’s ancestral. And it just might be your new skin-loving, wrinkle-fighting secret weapon.
Why Kiwis Are an Anti-Aging Superfruit
Kiwi is the nutritional equivalent of Lebron James - if that makes sense, even without the skin.
But when you eat the whole fruit, you're getting significantly more fiber, antioxidants, and skin-repairing nutrients. Here's what kiwi (especially the skin) delivers:
Vitamin C – Collagen-boosting, brightening, and protective against sun damage
Vitamin E – A fat-soluble antioxidant that supports elasticity and hydration
Polyphenols & Flavonoids – Reduce oxidative stress (aka, slow down aging at the cellular level)
Folate & Potassium – Support cellular regeneration and skin repair
Fiber (especially in the skin) – Supports healthy gut = better skin clarity and hormone balance
The skin contains up to 3x more antioxidants than the flesh alone. So if you’re only eating the inside, you’re getting just part of the anti-aging benefits.
What About the Fuzz?
Let’s talk texture. Yes, kiwi skin is fuzzy. But so is a peach. And once you know what it’s doing for your collagen, you’ll stop caring. Still sensitive? Just give it a gentle scrub with a veggie brush or towel to remove some of the fuzz without losing the fiber-rich peel. Some people love green kiwis (bold, tangy). Others prefer gold kiwis (sweeter, softer skin). Both are loaded with benefits, just eat them whole.
How to Eat Kiwi Skin Without Thinking Twice:
Slice it thin and eat it like apple rounds
Blend whole into smoothies (it disappears, fuzz and all)
Chop into yogurt or kefir with berries + raw honey
Quarter and bite into it like you would a plumSkin Health Starts in the Gut
Remember: your skin is a mirror of your internal environment. The fiber in kiwi skin feeds your gut microbiome, which directly influences how your skin looks, ages, and reacts to inflammation.
Try This: Kiwi Glow Smoothie
A refreshing, skin-loving drink packed with antioxidants, probiotics, and fiber:
Ingredients:
- 1 whole kiwi (skin on), sliced
- ½ cup kefir
- ¼ cup frozen pineapple or mango**
- 1 tsp raw honey
- ½ cup filtered water or coconut water
- Optional: handful of fresh parsley or mint for extra detox power
Blend & drink. Your gut, skin, and energy levels will thank you.
So next time you're about to peel your kiwi… stop. Eat the skin. Glow from within…. Btw
PLEASE MAKE SURE IT IS ORGANIC! <3
