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Mango Health Benefits And Nutrition Values


Mango fruit is referred as “The king of the fruits”. Mango fruit is one of the nutritionally rich fruit with unique flavor, fragrance, taste, and thus promoting health benefits to human’s .This is also called as super fruit. Mango is one of the delicious tropical seasonal fruit and believed to be originated in the sub-Himalayan plains of Indian subcontinent. Botanically, this exoticfruit belongs to the family of Anacardiaceae.

mango


Minerals:
Nutrient
Amounts/Selected Serving
DV%
Calcium
16.5mg
2%
Iron
0.2mg
1%
Magnesium
14.8mg
4%
Phosphorus
18.2mg
2%
Potassium
257mg
7%
Sodium
3.3mg 
0%
Zinc
0.1mg
0%
Copper
0.2mg
9%
Manganese
0.0mg
2%
Selenium
1.0mcg
1%
Fluoride
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Calorie Information:
Nutrients
Amounts/Selected Serving
DV%
TotalCalories
107(448 kJ)  
5%
Carbs
101(423 kJ)
 
Fat
3.7(15.5 kJ)
 
Protein
2.8(11.7 kJ)
 
Alcohol
0.0(0.0 kJ)
 
Sterols:
Nutrients
Amounts/Selected Serving
DV%
Cholesterol
0.0mg
0%
Phytosterols
~
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Fat & Fatty Acid
Nutrients
Amounts/Selected Serving
DV%
Fat
0.4g
1%
Saturated Fat
01g
1%
Monounsaturated fat
0.2g
Polysaturated Fat
0.1g
trans fatty acids
0.0mg
transmonoenoicfattyacids
0.0mg
trans-polyenoicfattyacids
0.0mg
Omega-3 fatty acids
61.1mg
Omega-6 fatty acids
23.1mg
Vitamins:
Nutrient
Amounts/Selected Serving
DV%
Vitamin A
1262 IU
25%
Vitamin B6
60.1 mgmg
11%
Vitamin B12
120.0 mcg
0%
Vitamin C
45.7 mg
76%
Vitamin D
~
~
Vitamin D3
0.0mg
Vitamin E
1.8 mg
9%
Vitamin K
6.9 mcg
9%
Thiamin
0.1 mg
6%
Riboflavin
0.1mg
6%
Niacin
1.0 mg
5%
Pantothenic
0.3 mg
3%
Choline
12.5 mg
Betaine
~
Folate
23.1 mcg
6%
Carbohydrates:
Nutrients
Amounts/Selected Serving
DV%
carbohydrates
28.1g
9%
Dietary Fiber
3.0g
12%
Starch
~
Sugars
24.4g
Protein & Amino Acids:
Nutrients
Amounts/Selected Serving
DV%
Protein
0.8g
2%
Others:
Nutrients
Amounts/Selected Serving
DV%
Alcohol
0g
Water
135g
Ash
0.8g  
Caffeine
0.0mg
Theobromine
0.0mg

PERSON WHOM MAY CONSUME MANGO
  • LOWER CANCER RISK
  • Mangoes contain a soluble dietary fiber called pectin. The pectin decreases the action of protein called galectin 9 that is present in cancerous cells and plays an important role in cancer. The possibility of cancer in gastrointestinal tract can be reduced by the intake of fiber. A compound in mangoes, known as lupeol is said to suppress the tumor cells of prostate cancer.

  • DIGESTION
  • Cures acidity and digestion are some of the health benefits present in mango. Mango contains an enzyme which is said to help in digestion. Esters, terpenes and aldehydes are some of the bio-active ingredients present in the mangoes, which are said to increase appetite and also improve digestion.

  • CANCER HAZARDS & LOWER CHOLESTROL
  • Mango contains large amount of pectin, a soluble dietary fibre that are efficiently lowers the blood cholesterol levels. Pectin also prevents you from having prostate cancer. The portion originating from pectin combines with galectin 3 (a protein playing significant role in all stages of cancer).

  • DIGESTION
  • Mango eliminates problems like indigestion and acidity. Moreover the digestive enzymes in mango help in digestion naturally. The bio-active ingredients in mango like esters, terpenes and aldehydes contribute in enhancing appetite and also improve digestion.

  • CURES ANEMIA & HELPS IN PREGNANCY
  • Mangoes are rich in iron, are beneficial for people suffering from anemia. Regular and adequate intake of mangoes helps to avoid anemia by increasing the blood count in the body.Mangoes are also very beneficial for pregnant woman as the iron requirement is extremely essential. Doctors often prescribe iron tablets during pregnancy. Instead you can enjoy a healthy iron rich diet with the juicy mangoes.



  • CURES ACNE
  • Mangoes are related with skin enhancements. Other than bringing a glow to your face, this fruit also helps to lighten skin color. You can easily enhance your beauty by including this fruit in your diet regularly.Mangoes treat acne effectively as they open the clogged pores of the skin. Once these pores are opened, acne formation eventually stops. Unclogging the pores of the skin can be an effective way to get rid of acne.

  • BRAIN HEALTH
  • Mangoes have abundant quantities of vitamin B-6, for maintaining and improving the brain functions. These vitamins aid in the amalgamation of the major neurotransmitters that contributes in determining the mood and modification of sleeping patterns. Thereby you can be assured of a sound brain and healthy nerve functioning throughout with regular mango intake and by avoiding medicinal supplements; you can stay away from its high doses that might cause nerve damage. The Glutamine acid content in mango improves concentration and memory power.

  • BODY IMMUNITY
  • Mangoes are also rich in abundant quantities of beta-carotene a carotenoid. This element helps in enhancing the immune system of the body and makes it strong. Beta-carotene gets transformed into vitamin A eventually inside the body.Vitamin A is an antioxidant and assures you protection against the innumerable free radicals that can harm your internal system. Thus, mangoes are great choice amongst the food items in your regular diet that not only assures you a disease free life but enchants you with its magnificent taste.

  • RHEUMATISM
  • Take the juice of 1/2 lemon before each meal and before retiring each night mixed in water and apply the juice 2x daily externally on the sore areas.After 3 days the sure but slow power of the lemon shows it's cleansing and pain-relieving qualities.

  • SCURVY
  • The world well knows today that the lemon juice cure for scurvy is effective. There are many cases bordering on scurvy, however, showing a lack of the powerful lemon vitamins which give quick improvement in better bowel section, healing of mouth conditions, and a greater immunity to infection, when a diet very rich in vitamin C which abounds in lemon is followed.

PERSON WHOM MAY NOT CONSUME MANGO
  • ALLERGIES
  • Some people can be sensitive to mangos as they belong to the Anacardiaceae family and therefore it can be said as poison ivy. Mangoes contain a substance called urushinol, which is a toxic resin often causing dermatitis. The severity of this skin allergy varies with individual. However, the peel and juice are more responsible for this allergy; the flesh has relatively low chances of bringing this allergy.






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