The season of the ‘King of fruits, Mangoes, in our country is here and the fruit shops and ‘Thelas’ (hand carts) are piled up with these beautiful, bright yellow, juicy fruit. A fruit which is simply relished by people of all age groups, right from kids to older adults. Consuming it by cutting it into slices, small square bits, simply squeezing the fresh pulpy juice from the top of the fruit, or making something sweet out of it like desserts, mango lassi, mango shake and whatnot, this fruit’s sweet flavors can be enjoyed in any way and every way. But as delicious as it tastes, do you know it has many benefits too? If not, here are some amazing benefits of the King of fruits. Have a look!
Nutrients
Mangoes are loaded with many essential vitamins and minerals. It consists of vitamin A, B5, B6, C, E, and K and also has certain amounts of protein, potassium, manganese, magnesium, potassium, folate, etc. It is low in calories. The presence of vitamin C particularly helps in boosting immunity, betters iron absorption, and improves growth and repair. It can provide almost 70% of your total daily vitamin C intake.
Mangoes Are Antioxidative
Antioxidants are required by our body to protect us against the cell damage caused by the free radicals in the body. Therefore, mango works as an antioxidant. It contains polyphenols, which basically plant compounds, that work as antioxidants.
For Better Skin
Being packed with vitamin A and C, both of which are good for the skin, mangoes can help in improving your skin. It clears the skin and combats wrinkles. Vitamin C helps in the production of collagen, which improves skin elasticity. Also, since summers come with scorching heat, mangoes can help in protecting us from the skin damage caused by the harmful UV rays.
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Improves Digestive Health
Mangoes contain enzymes that help in breaking down large food molecules, complex carbs, and protein. It also consists of fiber, which enhances the digestion process and relieves the problem of constipation.
Good For The Eyes
Mangoes are also good for maintaining eye health. They contain vitamin A, which is considered excellent for improving vision problems. Along with other antioxidants, zeaxanthin and lutein present in them can prevent damage caused by muscular degeneration.
Protects From Cancer
Studies have found that mangoes are rich in beta-carotene, which can help protect against skin cancer. Other antioxidants too present in mangoes can help prevent other cancers such as colon, lung, breast, etc.
Therefore, mangoes are extremely healthy and have many excellent health benefits. Apart from the aforementioned, mangoes are also known to have a positive impact on heart health, diabetes, cholesterol levels, body weight, etc. Undoubtedly, it is the king of fruits, packed with the goodness of health.
