31/01/2026
Kiwis & Sleep.
Another fad? Or does the science support it?
The research is pretty limited - but here’s the thing ….
Kiwis are good for you.
They are a great source of fibre & vitamin C (with or without the skin).
They contribute to gut health & are a precursor to serotonin production in the gut which supports vagal and muscle tone in the gut (peristalsis and gut motility).
While they don’t have the direct effect that we are hearing about on social media - they do support better sleep through a number of indirect mechanisms.
In this age of UPF fearmongering - I am far more supportive of research that translates into encouraging people to add whole foods to their diets.
It’s simple.
It’s an easy step.
It’s cost neutral (kiwis can be purchased cheaply) compared to something like a punnet of blackberries (€4 for 10 😬 in a local supermarket)
And there is no shame, guilt, moral higher ground or superiority in the messaging.
Any thoughts?
