9 reasons to include mango in your menu

Mango is among the favorite fruits of Filipinos. But did you know that there is more to mango than its inimitable juiciness, aroma and sweet taste?

According to research on the nutritional value of fruits and vegetables and how they affect health, one cup of mango contains 105 calories, 76 percent vitamin C, 25 percent vitamin A, 11 per hundred vitamin B6, plus other B vitamins, 9% healthy probiotic fiber, 9% copper, 7% potassium and 4% magnesium.

Against the background of the content of all these nutrients, it is obvious that mango is one of those fruits that are beneficial to human health.

Here are a few reasons why you should have mangoes on your menu or, if you’re not a fan, start buying them regularly.

Mango protects the eye macula from degeneration

The fruit prevents age-related macular degeneration. Substances in the mango absorb the harmful ultraviolet rays of the sun and protect the macula from damage.

Mango protects against cancer

Thanks to its high content of antioxidants such as fisetin, gallic acid and methyl gallate, mango protects against colon cancer, carcinoma of the white liver, breast cancer, prostate cancer and insidious leukemia.

Mango reduces bad cholesterol

The exotic fruit lowers the levels of bad cholesterol in the blood, and the rich presence of vitamin C, pectin and fiber help to lower the levels of serum cholesterol. This, in turn, helps control heart rate and blood pressure.

The fruit has a magical effect on the skin

Regular consumption of mangoes helps to cleanse the skin. The fruit helps to unclog the pores, the pollution of which leads to the appearance of acne.

Mango helps to lose weight

This is one of the fruits that help to get rid of extra pounds. The reason is that it contains a lot of fiber, vitamins and nutrients that help the body feel full.

Supports good digestion

Mango contains special enzymes that stimulate faster protein breakdown. The fibrous nature of the exotic fruit helps digestion and absorption of useful substances from food.

Mango also acts as an aphrodisiac

Did you know that mango has the property of stimulating sexual function? This has been noticed mainly in men, who with regular consumption of the fruit increase their potency.

This is due to the rich content of vitamin E, which helps to regulate sex hormones and stimulate sexual desire.

Mango stimulates memory

The fruit also has an excellent effect on the brain, as it stimulates concentration and memory. This effect is due to the rich content of glutamic acid, an important protein in relation to concentration and memory.

Mango reduces kidney stones

One of the last health benefits of mango, but not least, is that it helps absorb kidney stones. The fruit has a cooling effect that is able to reduce the risk of kidney stone formation.