Wow! Mangoes are in season. Time to Celebrate
Nature brings us this delicious fruit in the summer. Mangoes are divine, versatile and make a delicious smoothie, awesome ice-cream and of course can be eaten on their own.
The green mangoes make aam pana, Chutney and our famous aam ka chunda and aachar. Mangoes have so many varieties and we will have our favorite.
Mangoes, Incidentally, have been named the most widely consumed fruit in the world and are laden with health benefits.
𝟭. 𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁: Mangoes contain Fibre, Vitamin A, B6, C and K, Copper,Iron, Calcium, Potassium, Magnesium & folate.
𝟮. 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗯𝗲𝘁𝗲𝘀 : Since Mangoes are high in Calories, some Diabetics shun it as they feel it can increase their Blood Sugar levels. But Mangoes have a Low glycemic index & contain both Fructose & Glucose which the body digests well. Mangoes have low quantity of Glucose and High level of Fibre keeps Blood sugar levels in check for Diabetic & those trying to Loose weight (Don’t have more than one Mango daily and not after 4 Pm).
𝟯. 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗶-𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗹𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 & 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗶-𝗢𝘅𝗶𝗱𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀 : Mangoes are loaded with anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties and protects the Gut. Good for all inflammatory diseases ending in ‘Itis’), including Ulcerative Colitis.
𝟰. 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗻 & 𝗛𝗮𝗶𝗿 : Vitamin C Content in Mango is quite high. It forms Collagen – a protein that provides the skin’s elasticity. It also helps with the absorption of Iron – a mineral necessary for hair growth. Vitamin A in mango produces Sebum – which keeps our skin & scalp moisturized. It also counters the effects of aging. Generous amount of Vitamin C & A keep the immune system strong & healthy.
𝟱. 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 :High levels of Fibre, Pectin & Vitamin C in mangoes help to lower serum Cholesterol levels & high Potassium levels helps in regulating Blood pressure.
𝟲. 𝗘𝘆𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 : Mangoes contain Lutein, Zeaxanthin & Vitamin C which supports healthy eyes & delays macular degeneration.
𝟳. 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗲𝗿 : Mangoes contain Polyphenols (an anti-oxidant) which fights oxidative stress linked to Colon, Lung, Breast & Bone Cancer.
𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗼 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘀
1- Mango Leaves are filled with Healing & Medicinal Properties.
2- Mango Leaves are used to treat Diabetic Angiopathy & Diabetic Retinopathy.
3- Mango Leaves are also useful for Hyperglycemia, Kidney & Gallbladder stones, Respiratory issues, Dysentery, Earache, Burns & Hiccups.
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🆄🆃🅸🅽Eaten in excess Mangoes can Lead to Weight Gain, increase in Blood Sugar Levels and “Mango Mouth”
Mango Mouth – blisters, Itching and Swelling around the mouth.
This Comes from Consuming too many Raw Mangoes.