MANGO (mangifera indica) is considered as “The king of the fruits” in southern part of Asia . This golden tropical fruit is refreshing, juicy and delicious ,which everyone would wait for summer to grab those mangoes.
These are stony hard fruits with inedible skin that ranges from color green to yellow and red . The pulp of these mangoes are mouth watering summer delights. Like any other fruits, MANGO has it’s own Nutrients .
Mango Nutritional values
| Mango Nutrition | value |
|---|---|
| Energy (Kcal) | 99 |
| Protein (g) | 1.35 |
| Fat (g) | 0.65 |
| Carbs (g) | 24.7 |
| Sugars (g) | 22.5 |
| Fiber (g) | 2.64 |
Mangoes are an excellent source of Vitamins and Minerals
| Mango Vitamins & Minerals | value |
|---|---|
| Vitamin C | 67% (Reference Daily Intake) |
| Folate | 17% (RDI) |
| Vitamin B6 | 11.6% (RDI) |
| Vitamin A | 10% (RDI) |
| Vitamin E | 9.7% (RDI) |
| Vitamin K | 6% (RDI) |
| Vitamin B5 | 6.5% (RDI) |
| Niacin | 7% (RDI) |
| Potassium | 6% (RDI) |
| Manganese | 4.5% (RDI) |
| Magnesium | 4% (RDI) |
Mangoes are rich in anti-oxidant properties, the poly-phenol called as mangiferin is the most powerful anti-oxidant to get rid of free radicals which is the leading cause of cancer. Animal studies found that mangiferin may protect heart cells, prevent from inflammation, oxidative stress and promote a healthy heart.
“I WOULD RATHER WAIT FOR A SUMMER, TO GET A GOLDEN JUICY PULP FROM A MANGO TREE.“
Mangoes melt my heart and sparkle my day with juicy golden delicious pulp. There are about 500 varieties of mangoes.
Mangoes have lots of Nutritional Benefits such as.
- Improves digestion.
- Lowers cholesterol.
- Promotes healthy skin.
- Prevents from cancer.
- Improves eye vision.
- Promotes healthy heart.
- Good for Diabetes (limited consumption).
- Helps fight against heat stroke.
- Treatment for scorpion bite.
- Regulate the blood pressure.
- Helps in the hormonal sexual drive.
These magnificent mangoes are delicious and taste like a heaven. As mangoes are rich in Vitamins A, B6 and C, mangoes provide the essential nutrients that a woman needs during pregnancy.
Mangoes are also rich in folic acid, potassium, and iron. Eating mangoes during pregnancy can increase heat in the body, otherwise known as “Thermogenesis”. Avoid eating in 3rd Trimester.
Summers are only for yummy mangoes, desserts and fresh juices. Grab your favorite tropical mangoes before monkey ingest it.