Most of us love to eat this sweet and juicy fruit. But do you know that it has lots of benefits to our health?
The many benefits of eating mango
Controls blood sugar
Blood sugar spikes and drops are common in people who are overweight or obese and this mechanism is implicated in insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome which affects the development of diabetes.
Protects against cancer.
Some studies are using an extract of mango called Mandarin as a treatment for breast cancer, colon cancer and HIV.
Protects against HIV
The same compound that helps protect against cancer can help your immune system battle HIV infection even the drug-resistant kind
Helps fertility
Mango contains vitamin E which is important in the health of reproductive organs
High in fiber
Mango is very high in fiber while being lower in sugar so it is slower to impact blood glucose which means you don't get the blood sugar spike
Helps with smoother elimination
The increased amount of fiber is highly beneficial for keeping the intestines moving at a regular pace
Helps metabolism
That same fiber is excellent at fueling the probiotic bacteria that live in your gut
Contains enzymes
Mangos and their peels contain enzymes that help in the breakdown of carbohydrate, protein and fat and can make it easier for your body to absorb nutrients from food
Provides magnesium
Mango is high in magnesium which helps you to lower blood pressure as well as helps you to relax muscles so that your heart can recover better
Improves brain functions
Mango has been shown to maintain neuronal integrity and preserve cognitive function. This could mean a reduced risk of age-related cognitive decline in Alzheimer's
Protects against free radicals
Mango can reduce the body's load of reactive oxygen species or ROS which are free radicals generated in the cells during normal energy production
Provides eye health
Mango contains high amounts of vitamin A which is essential for eye health
Help reduce the risk of this life-threatening disease
Since mango is able to help reduce blood pressure and is high in vitamin C which strengthens arteries
Prevents chronic diseases
Mango is high in vitamin C which has been shown to be an important cofactor in helping stave off these conditions
Improves joints
Since vitamin C as a necessary part of the creation of collagen in our bodies, eating more of these fruits can help us make more collagen
Aids in weight loss
Mango skin can help fight fat
Strengthens bones
This golden fruit contains vitamin K which is essential for strong and healthy bones
Helps prevent anemia
Mangos are high in iron which helps to prevent anemia
May prevent asthma
One of the nutrients mangoes contain beta-carotene is known to help prevent asthma symptoms
Helps prevent strokes
Since mango is able to help reduce blood pressure and is high in vitamin C which strengthens arteries this fruit can help reduce the risk of this life-threatening disease
Promotes workout recovery
Mangoes micronutrients and electrolytes are ideal for helping muscles heal after a hard workout and replenishing your body's store of these essential elements