One of the few fruits that screams summer is here, the mango fruit Mangifera indica, is not just a sweet treat, best even when served as a smoothie, on a hot summer day, is also rich in nutrients, fiber, antioxidants and most of all, cholesterol free.
Whether you enjoy it as it’s own, or blend it with other tropical fruits. Here are some ways on how mangoes can help you stay healthy.
- Contains Nutrients that aid in sleeping – Mango contains a family of B Vitamins or B Complex Vitamins. But among those B – complex vitamins, Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) which is water -soluble vitamin, that is found in high amounts in mango. What makes B6, special is that this vitamin is a precursor to the synthesis of Melatonin (from serotonin) . A sleeping hormone that your body normally makes, but the addition of these B6 vitamin in your diet can aid in getting a good nights sleep.
- Good for helping digestion – Mangos are also a great source of dietary fiber that can help reduce indigestion, reduce a spike in blood sugar levels, and lastly contains essential enzymes that helps aid in digestion. Reducing the risk for indigestion and bowel related problems.
- Rich in Antioxidants – Mangos are rich in antioxidants, especially in Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) which helps in oxidative stress. It also has beta-carotene, a red orange pigment that gives vegetables its orange, red or yellow color. It’s also a powerful antioxidant and also gets converted into Vitamin A (Retinol);
- Good for the eyes – Vitamin A plays a crucial role in help maintaining good eye health. Helping reduce the risk for cataracts and age-related macular degeneration.
- Good for the Heart – Mangos contain good levels of polyphenols (flavonoids, Phenolic acids and Polyphenolic amides). They are also considered as antioxidants that are also found in red cabbage, onions and even red wine. Antioxidants are powerful oxidants that not only help reduce oxidative stress (help stabilise free radicals in the body).
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