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kiwi This is the fruit of the Actinidia plant. Piedmont with its production of 500.000 quintals is the third most important kiwi producer in Italy. Production is mainly concentrated on the highplateaux of the province of Cuneo, while among the other provinces, only Vercelli has a certain importance. The kiwi has a very high vitamin C content (more than either strawberries or citrus fruits). This vitamin is an important bioregulator of our body's fundamental functions, a barrier against infectious and viral diseases. The high energy value and fibre and sugar content make this excellet way to take the edge of your appetite, a valid energy boost and an excellent intestinal regulator

peach One of the most sought after qualities in a peach is color. That of the Piedmontese peaches which grow on the alluvial terrains just below the foothills of the Alps are especially attractive. Peaches are found on the south eastern plains of Piedmont up to an altitude of 500 meters above sea level. Bath yellow and white peaches from Piedmont are found on the market from mid July to the end of September. In the Italian calendar, they are therefore considered as late.

pear pears are cultivated in the provinces of Alessandria, Cuneo, Torino. Beside the ancient varieties to be cooked, typical of Piedmont, such as Madernassa and Martin Sec, still cultivated in a few smaller areas, the most "recent" varieties like William, Conference, Abate Fétel, Decana del Comizio and Kaiser are also widespread. Eat them fresh or cooked, pears have always been enjoyed even by the most exacting consumers thanks to their dietetic health properties. The limited amount of calories and the richness in potassium make pears an exquisite fuel for sportsmen or dynamic people.

plum The plum, a native of Asia Minor, began to acclimatise itself in Europe from around the year 1000. In Piedmont these are cultivated industrially in a limited number of particulary suitable areas in the hills of the province of Cuneo. It is also grown in orchards throughout the region, mainly because of its undoubted pharmacological properties. The plum has depurative and laxative qualities, stimulating the biliary and diuretic flow. It is thus one of the healthiest fruits modern man can eat. Equally sweet whether eaten fresh or dry, plums are also rich in potassium and calcium.