Which fruit typically yields higher total dietary fiber in a medium serving when considering standard consumption methods?
Answer
Apple (offering about 4.4 grams per medium fruit)
In a standard comparison where the apple is eaten with its skin and the kiwi is peeled (the most common practice), the apple maintains a slight edge in total dietary fiber per serving. A medium apple typically provides approximately 4.4 grams of total dietary fiber, which is concentrated partly in the skin where polyphenols also reside. In contrast, a medium kiwi generally contains around 2.1 grams of fiber. Although the kiwi's skin is technically edible and packed with fiber, its typical discard rate means the readily consumed portion falls behind the apple's standard offering.
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