The health benefits of mango are enormous. Moreover, it is a delicious fruit that is loved by many people.
Good for eyes
A plate of mango can provide about 25% of the daily amount of vitamin A needed by the body. As we all know, vitamin A has the effect of helping to brighten the eyes, so eating mango regularly will help prevent night blindness, refractive errors in the eyes, dry eyes and keratitis.
Benefits of mango: Preventing cancer
Mangoes contain phenols (organic compounds whose molecules have a hydroxyl group directly attached to the carbon atom of the benzene ring), such as quercetin, isoquercitrin, astragalin, fisetin, gallic acid, methylgallate and enzymes capable of ability to prevent cancer.
In addition, mangoes contain a lot of water-soluble fiber known as pectin. Scientists believe that eating more fiber will help reduce the risk of cancer of the digestive tract. About 165g of mango will provide our body with 75% of the daily vitamin C needed. Mangoes also provide a powerful dose of antioxidants, which help protect cells from damage by free radicals, and reduce the risk of cancer.
Helps with good digestion
Mangoes contain enzymes that break down proteins for easier digestion. In addition, mango fights against acidity and soothes the stomach. Since the fiber content in mango is very high, it can help you prevent constipation.
Benefits of Mango: Good for Skin
The substances in mango have the ability to effectively tighten pores on the skin. This means that mangoes are helpful in preventing acne. You just need to use the mango pulp to rub on your face for about 10 minutes and then wash it off with clean water. Eating mango regularly will make your skin always soft and smooth.
Benefits of Mango: Treating Diabetes
Mango leaves have the effect of balancing insulin levels in the blood. Boil a few mango leaves and leave them overnight for the essence of the mango leaves to dissolve into the water. Drink this water the next morning to treat diabetes at home. The glycemic index of mangoes is very low – around 41-60, so mangoes do not have much of an effect on raising our blood sugar.
Better in physiological matters
The abundant amount of vitamin E in mango will help regulate sex hormone levels in the body and improve fertility.
Beneficial for people with anemia
Mango is very beneficial for pregnant women and people with anemia because it contains a lot of iron. At the same time, the amount of vitamin C in mango will balance the absorption of iron from other foods such as rice. In general, women after menopause will become weak, or tired, that’s why they should eat mango as well as other fruits rich in iron to replenish blood.
Benefits of Mango: Enhances Memory
Mango is very useful for children who lack concentration in learning because it contains glutamine acid – very good in enhancing memory and helping the cells in the body work properly.
Prevent heat stroke
Raw mangoes are a rich source of pectin. When the mango is steamed and pressed to extract the juice, combined with the cumin seeds, salt and sugar, it will be an effective remedy in the treatment of stroke and heat exhaustion in the summer.
Help to gain weight
Mango is a very good food for those who want to gain weight. About 100g of ripe mango meat will provide 75 calories for the body. Raw mangoes also contain starch that converts to sugar like ripe mangoes, so combining raw or ripe mango with milk (high in protein) will be very helpful in gaining weight. Mango is a fruit that contains many nutrients, vitamins and minerals necessary for the body. You should eat mango regularly to get many health benefits of mango.
The information provided in the article of Hong Ngoc General Hospital is for reference only and is not a substitute for medical diagnosis or treatment.
