Health Benefits of Mango

• Introduction of Mango

Mango is known as king of fruits. It is plump and oval in shape. It is tropical stone fruit. Its size is about the size of grape fruit. The fruit has an inedible hard stone. The skin of mango ranges in color from yellow to green. The flesh of fruit is soft and yellow. It is native to Southern Asia. It is now grown in other countries such as US, Caribbean and Mexico. It is a drupe, which means that in the middle of the mango, large seed are presented there. Mango is native to India. For over 4000 years, people have cultivated it. There are hundreds types of mango, which are existed in this world. All types of mangoes have their own characteristics, color, size, shape and taste.

Mango is not only delicious. It also boasts an impressive nutritional profile. Studies have link mango and its nutrients to several health benefits which include improved digestive health and immunity. Like cherries and peaches, because of their center pit, mango is also known as a stone fruit. It is easily recognizable just because of its flattened oval shape as well as its large size. Owing to its versatility such as its juiced, delicious sliced, roasted, pureed and chopped, and its popular flavor, mango is a common ingredient in many dishes. It is available in supermarkets now. We can buy it anywhere in the world.

• Etymology of Mango

Mango is an English term. It is derived from Manga (Portuguese word), from the Malay Manga. It is probably ultimately from the Tamil man which is a mango tree.

• Origin of Mango

Over 4000 years ago, Mangoes are originated in India. It is considered as a sacred fruit. They gradually spread throughout Asia. After that spread to the rest of the world.

• History of Mango

Over 4000 years ago, mango is originated in India and then rest of the world. This fruit relied on human to transport this fruit to the all over the world due to the large center seeds of mango. It is connected with folklore. It is also connected to the religious ceremonies of India. Until about 1700, when it was planted in Brazil, the tree was not introduced into the Western Hemisphere. About 1740, it reached to the West Indies.

Ø Nutritional Information of Mango

Mango is not only eaten foe its delicious taste. People also eat mango because of its nutritional benefits. One medium size fresh mango contains following nutrients.

• 4 g Protein
• 22g Sugar
• 99 Calories
• 5g Fat
• 5g Fibre
• 23g Carbohydrates
• 20% of the Daily Value (DV) Copper
• 10% of DV Vitamin A
• 11% of DV Vitamin B6
• 65% of DV Vitamin C
• 10% of DV Vitamin E
• 5% of DV Vitamin K
• 20% of DV Copper
• 18% of DV Foliate
• 5% of DV Riboflavin
• 7% of DV Niacin
• 4% of DV Thiamine
• 6% of DV Potassium
• 4% of DV Magnesium
• Health Benefits of Mango

Mango has many health benefits which are discussed below in a detailed manner.

1.     Rich in Protective Antioxidants

Mango is rich in protective antioxidants. It is a great source of mangiferin and gall tannins, these both are plant chemicals and protective antioxidants. Associated with exposure to toxins and day to day living, these have been studied for their ability to counter the stress, especially oxidative stress.

2.     May Aid Digestion

Mango may aid digestion. In 2018, a pilot study was conducted. That study demonstrated that, people who are suffering from constipation have to eat mango continuously 4 weeks and they found out that the symptoms of constipation had gone because of intake mango in their diet. Mango has fiber in it. Fiber plays an important role in improving our digestive system. The plant tree also appears to offer potential ant diarrheal activity which plays an important role to aid digestion.

3.     May Help Maintain Healthy Skin &Hair

Mango may help to maintain healthy hair and healthy skin. Mango contain Vitamin A and vitamin C. Vitamin C is involved in formation of the collagen which is the protein which play an important role to scaffold to skin keep in it firm and plump. It is one of the most important antioxidants which play an important role to protect against environmental damage. Vitamin A plays an important role in the growth of our hairs and skin. Vitamin A also plays an important role in the production of sebum, which is known as oily substance which keep our skin and hair moisturize. Deficiency of Vitamin C and Vitamin a can affect wound healing and also increase wrinkles and fine lines.

4.     May Support Heart Health

Mango plays an important role in supporting our heart health. In 2016, the researchers conducted an animal study, in which they found that mango offered heart protecting benefits such as it reduced inflammation. More researches are needed to replicate these benefits in humans.

5.     May Support Eye Health

Mango supports our eye health. Mango is rich in arytenoids. Carotenoids support eye health. Mango also provide two carotenoids (zeaxanthin and lutein), that play an important role in the retina of eye. It protect retina from blue light and protect from sunlight which is emitted from digital devices. These two carotenoids also useful in fight against the signs of age related macular degeneration.

Summary

To sum up, it can be concluded that, mango play an important role in our health. Mango is rich in antioxidants, minerals as well as rich in vitamins. It has been associated with many health benefits such as it improved our immunity, it is beneficial for our eye health, it improved digestive system, and it has also potential anticancer effects. It can also add to our diet because of its tasty and delicious taste. It can also be used as a part of smoothes as well as also the part of many other dishes. That is why, it is said that mango has many health benefits as it is very beneficial for our health.