Succulent, juicy and tender, Mangoes have been our favourite summer foods for over years now. And, they often make up the most important parts of our summer memories.
Known as the King of Fruits, mangoes are majorly tropical fruits, that are grown in the summer season. They belong to the family of cashews and pistachios and are also known as mangoua, mangot or manga depending on the places they are cultivated and grown in.
Mangoes are often known for their luscious and sweet taste, but just like many other fruits and vegetables, they offer a plethora of benefits and advantages. Every scrumptious bite of mango is loaded with rich vitamins and minerals. So, here are some note-worthy benefits of this glorious fruit.
1.Boosts Immunity System.
You might not know this, but mangoes are extremely good for boosting your immunity system. Studies prove that eating one mango a day will give your body enough vitamin C required by your body for the day. Loaded with powerful antioxidants, mangoes help to fight illnesses like cold and flu.
2.Lowers Cholesterol.
Mangoes are low in calories and are one of the best foods to prevent cholesterol. They are also high in fibers and hence help the body in bringing down bad cholesterol or low-density lipoprotein (LPP). The bad cholesterol often blocks the free-flow of the blood and eating mangoes will help to prevent that.
3.Good for Skin and Hair.
Mangoes are rich in vitamin A, which supports skin and hair health. Vitamin A releases an oily substance called sebum which moisturizes the hair scalp and the skin surfaces. Vitamin A is also responsible for the repairing the damaged tissues and growth of new skin and hair cells.
4.Prevents Diabetes.
Not just the fruit, but the leaves of mangoes are also extremely important. The leaves and fruits are known to be filled with powerful compounds which act like antidotes to diabetes. They lower the body weight, blood sugar levels and lower the fat levels in the blood. Eating frozen mangoes will lower blood sugar levels in obese patients.
5.Prevents Heart diseases.
Mangoes, like we mentioned earlier are rich in potassium, fiber and vitamins. They help in the smooth functioning of arteries and blood vessels connecting the heart. In order to maintain proper heart health, one has to reduce the sodium content and increase the potassium content in their food. And, this is exactly why you need to eat mangoes.
6.Aids in Weight loss.
Mangoes are rich in phytochemicals which are known to act as natural fat busters. They are also rich in fibers and fibers keep you full for a longer time. So, when eaten in moderation, mangoes show great results in weight loss.
