8 Health benefits of eating mangos

Amy Taylor June 16, 2014

Mangos are deliciously irresistible. They go well with salads, ice creams, desserts, pastries and so on. But aside from the delicious taste, mangos are full of health benefits too!

EYE & SKIN HEALTH

Did you know that mangos are very rich in vitamin A which plays a major role in keeping your skin, eyes and bones healthy? Just one cup of mangos provides the body with approximately 35 per cent of the vitamin A needed for optimal functioning.

HEART HEALTH

Researchers from the Institute of Medicine found that women should strive to consume at least 25 grams of fibre daily. And one way to boost your fibre intake is by eating mangos. Just a cup of it already contains 2.5 grams of dietary fibre. Consuming it along with other fruits and vegetables will help you reach your daily fibre needs, and reduce your risk of heart disease. Furthermore, mangos are also ideal for those who have problems managing their blood pressure as it has significant amount of potassium whilst being low in sodium. Plus, the high levels of fibre, pectin and vitamin C help to lower serum cholesterol levels, specifically low-density Lipoprotein or the bad stuff.

BRAIN HEALTH

Eating mangos nourishes your brain too. This tasty fruit contains vitamin B-6 and glutamine acid which helps to improve neurotransmitter function, so the brain remains healthy while also benefiting from improved memory and concentration.

CANCER PREVENTION

Research has shown antioxidant compounds in mangos have been found to protect against colon, prostate and breast cancer, and leukaemia. These compounds include quercetin (those found in apples), isoquercitrin, astragalin, fisetin, gallic acid and methylgallat, as well as the abundant enzymes.

ALKALINE BALANCE

This is an amazing fruit which helps to maintain the alkaline balance of your human body because it contains elements like malic acid, tartaric acid and also a very good amount of citric acid.

FERTILITY

Mangoes are rich in folate or folic acid which helps in improving fertility. It is a form of Vitamin B and folic acid deficiency that can cause miscarriage in women.

IMPROVED METABOLISM

Since it is very rich in fibre, mangos are a good diet addition to those who are looking to lose weight or maintain their sexy figures. Fibres also help in good bowel movement, which in turn increases metabolic rate, and boosts digestive health.

ANTIOXIDANT OVERLOAD

Mangoes are enriched with antioxidants and this helps in cell rejuvenation and cell repair. It helps detoxify skin from inside and also prevents occurrence of acne.

One thing you need to keep in mind though. We’re not talking about commercial mango drinks (whether in liquid or powder form). To get the real health benefits of mangos, you’ve got to choose the real, fresh ones!