In addition to being
sumptuous, pulpy and amazing, mangoes pack a host of health benefits too! Here
are 7 benefits of mangoes you must know
Native to India, mangoes
were first cultivated in the Northeast India, Bangladesh and Myanmar about
25-30 million years ago. Also called the king of fruits, mangoes have enjoyed
their own prized place in the history of India and its relationship with the
world. It is one of the very few fruits that has found a coveted place in Hindu
religious scriptures. Food Historian KT Achaya in his book, 'A Historical
Dictionary of Indian Food' writes, "From it's very first mention as 'amra'
in the Brahadarnayaka Upanishad (c.1000 BC) and in the slightly later
Shatapatha Brahmana, the virtues of mango fruit have been extolled for three
thousand years." It is said that mangoes were also very dear to Lord
Buddha. He used to meditate in the tranquillity of lush mango groves. Of the
most popular legends and yore, the Mughal fixation with mangoes wins hands
down. Mangoes were used as tenderisers in the making of the delectable Mughlai kebabs. Mango grafting too was issued only by
royal patronage until Emperor Shah Jahan lifted limitations, KT Achaya writes
in his book 'A Historical Dictionary of Indian Food'. During the 16th century,
the sea-faring Portuguese were so lured with the mangoes in Kerala, that they
also took the fruit and its seeds and introduced it to Africa.
With a history as delicious,
mangoes make for one of the most popular fruits
across the world. In addition to being sumptuous, pulpy and amazing, mangoes
pack a host of health benefits too! (As if we needed any more reason to gorge
on to this amazing fruit)
Here are some benefits of
mangoes you may not have known.
1. Helps in digestion
Mangoes could help
facilitate healthy digestion. According to the book, 'Healing Foods' by DK
Publishing, mangoes contain enzymes that aid the breakdown and digestion of
protein, and also fibre, which keeps the digestive tract working efficiently.
Dietary fibre helps lowering risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes. Green
mangoes have more pectin fibre than ripe mangoes.
2. Promotes Healthy Gut
According to the book 'Healing Foods', mango flesh contains prebiotic dietary fibre, which helps feed good bacteria in the gut. Healthy gut is detrimental for a healthy state. Leaky gut, apart from poor digestion results in skin conditions like IBS, asthma, slow metabolism and other health issues.
According to the book 'Healing Foods', mango flesh contains prebiotic dietary fibre, which helps feed good bacteria in the gut. Healthy gut is detrimental for a healthy state. Leaky gut, apart from poor digestion results in skin conditions like IBS, asthma, slow metabolism and other health issues.
3. Boosts Immunity
You would be surprised to know that an average sized mango contains upto two-third of the daily recommended intake of vitamin C. The powerful antioxidant helps boost immunity system and prevents cold/flu.
You would be surprised to know that an average sized mango contains upto two-third of the daily recommended intake of vitamin C. The powerful antioxidant helps boost immunity system and prevents cold/flu.
4. Promotes eye health
Including mangoes in the diet may also help promote your eye health. Mangoes are rich in beta-carotene that helps in the production of Vitamin A. The powerful antioxidant helps improve vision, boosts overall eye health and even prevents age-related macular degeneration or loss of vision.
Including mangoes in the diet may also help promote your eye health. Mangoes are rich in beta-carotene that helps in the production of Vitamin A. The powerful antioxidant helps improve vision, boosts overall eye health and even prevents age-related macular degeneration or loss of vision.
5. Lowers Cholesterol
Eating mangoes could help regulate your cholesterol levels too. The high levels of fibre pectin may help bring down the low-density lipoprotein (LDL or bad cholesterol) which causes plaques in the vessels and blocks blood flow.
Eating mangoes could help regulate your cholesterol levels too. The high levels of fibre pectin may help bring down the low-density lipoprotein (LDL or bad cholesterol) which causes plaques in the vessels and blocks blood flow.
6. Clears the Skin
Mangoes are filled with skin-friendly vitamin C and Vitamin A, both of which are crucial for healthy skin and skin repair. Mangoes, eaten in moderation are also known to exfoliate and eliminate dead pores. According to Macrobiotic nutritionist and Health Practitioner Shilpa Arora ND, "Mangoes are loaded with skin healing nutrients; for example, fibre in mangoes cleanses your gut that is overloaded with toxic substances."
Mangoes are filled with skin-friendly vitamin C and Vitamin A, both of which are crucial for healthy skin and skin repair. Mangoes, eaten in moderation are also known to exfoliate and eliminate dead pores. According to Macrobiotic nutritionist and Health Practitioner Shilpa Arora ND, "Mangoes are loaded with skin healing nutrients; for example, fibre in mangoes cleanses your gut that is overloaded with toxic substances."
7. Even Diabetics Could
Enjoy it
Yes it is sweet, and should be eaten sparingly, but that doesn't make mangoes a strict no-no for diabetics. The glycemic index of mangoes ranges between 41 to 60, with an average of 51. The value of 51 is on the lower end of the glycemic index scale. Foods that are less than 55 are consider to be low glycemic food, which is safe for diabetics to consume. Foods with low glycemic index, makes sure the release of sugar in the blood is slow, and there is no sudden spike in the blood glucose levels. Besides that, mangoes are also rich in dietary fibres, which again helps regulate the blood sugar levels.
Yes it is sweet, and should be eaten sparingly, but that doesn't make mangoes a strict no-no for diabetics. The glycemic index of mangoes ranges between 41 to 60, with an average of 51. The value of 51 is on the lower end of the glycemic index scale. Foods that are less than 55 are consider to be low glycemic food, which is safe for diabetics to consume. Foods with low glycemic index, makes sure the release of sugar in the blood is slow, and there is no sudden spike in the blood glucose levels. Besides that, mangoes are also rich in dietary fibres, which again helps regulate the blood sugar levels.
8. Aids Weight Loss
Mangoes when eaten in
moderation could also help in weight loss. The phytochemicals in the mango skin
act as natural fat busters. The mango flesh is filled with dietary fibres.
Fibres induce a feeling of satiety. On eating high-fibre fruits or veggies you
feel full for a longer time, which prevents you from tucking in other high
fattening snacks.
Source:
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