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and sweetness of mangoes. the source of a compound known as
Keep these concerns in mind whilst mangiferin, which early studies suggest
buying your favourite mango, and opt may be able to reduce inflammation of
for the organic or carbide -free variety if the heart.
you’re not convinced of its origin.
Your tummy’s friend
What mangoes offer in terms of Mangoes can help stabilise your
health digestive system. They offer both
Regardless of the type of mango you amylase compounds and dietary fibre,
buy, mangoes do offer some impressive which can help you avoid constipation.
health benefits. Amylase compounds can help dissolve
other foods in your stomach, breaking
Micronutrients in abundance down difficult starches. Meanwhile, the
The vitamins, minerals, and fibre in mangos can be more effective for
antioxidants in mangoes can provide relieving constipation than equivalent
important health benefits. For example, fibre supplements.
Vitamin K helps your blood clot
effectively and helps prevent anaemia. It Nutrition
also plays an important role in helping Mangoes are rich in folate (B9) which is
strengthen your bones. used for healthy cell division and DNA
Mangoes are also rich in the antioxidant duplication. Physicians recommend
Vitamin C, which is important for that people who can become pregnant
forming blood vessels and healthy consume at least 400 mcg of folate daily,
collagen, as well as helping you heal. because it is critical for avoiding birth
In addition, mangoes can provide other defects. Recent studies also point to
health benefits like: folate aiding in prevention of dementia.
Lowering your risk of Cancer Mangoes are an excellent source of:
Mangoes are rich in beta- carotene, a -Vitamin A
pigment responsible for the yellow- -Vitamin C
orange colour of the fruit. Beta-carotene -Vitamin K
is an anti-oxidant just one of many -Potassium
found in mangos. The antioxidants in -Beta-carotene
mangos have been shown to fight free -Folate
radicals, which can cause damage to -Choline
your cells and potentially lead to cancer. -Magnesium
Happy heart Nutrients per Serving
Mangoes are also helpful for supporting One medium-sized mango contains:
your cardiovascular system. They Calories: 202
are a great source of magnesium and Protein: 3 grams
potassium, both of which are connected Fat:1 gram
to lower blood pressure and a regular Carbohydrates: 50 grams
pulse. Furthermore, mangoes are Fibre: 5 grams
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