Author(s):
Mohini P. Patil, Hitendra S. Chaudhari, S. P. Pawar, Roshan M. Chaudhari, Rahul B. Lovhare, Mansi D. Patil
Email(s):
nikpatil1201@gmail.com , hitendra0808@gmail.com
DOI:
10.52711/2231-5659.2025.00027 
Address:
Mohini P. Patil*, Hitendra S. Chaudhari, S. P. Pawar, Roshan M. Chaudhari, Rahul B. Lovhare, Mansi D. Patil
Department of Pharmaceutics P.S.G.V.P. Mandal's College of Pharmacy, Shahada, Maharashtra – 425409.
*Corresponding Author
Published In:
Volume - 15,
Issue - 2,
Year - 2025
ABSTRACT:
In today's health-conscious era, fruits are essential for a balanced diet, with the kiwi fruit standing out for its exceptional nutrient density and health benefits and commonly known as 'Green kiwi,' this fruit is belongs to the family Actinidiaceae and the genus Actinidia, species deliciosa. The kiwi is rich in a diverse array of nutrients including vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals such as triterpenoids, saponins, amino acids, carotenoids, phenolic compounds (flavonoids, polyphenols, anthraquinones, and coumarins), carbohydrates, and sugars. These constituents contribute to its significant pharmacological effects, including antioxidant, anti-diabetic, anti-inflammatory, anti-platelet, and anti-tumor activities. Notably, its high vitamin C content suggests potential therapeutic benefits for severe conditions like cancer and heart disease. This review offers an overview of the botanical aspects, chemical components, and recent biological and pharmacological findings related to kiwi fruit.
Cite this article:
Mohini P. Patil, Hitendra S. Chaudhari, S. P. Pawar, Roshan M. Chaudhari, Rahul B. Lovhare, Mansi D. Patil. Review on Kiwi Fruit. Asian Journal of Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences. 2025; 15(2):172-8. doi: 10.52711/2231-5659.2025.00027
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Mohini P. Patil, Hitendra S. Chaudhari, S. P. Pawar, Roshan M. Chaudhari, Rahul B. Lovhare, Mansi D. Patil. Review on Kiwi Fruit. Asian Journal of Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences. 2025; 15(2):172-8. doi: 10.52711/2231-5659.2025.00027 Available on: https://ajpsonline.com/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2025-15-2-12
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