No one can deny that Mango is the most loved fruit among Filipinos. It is not only delicious but it is also nutritious.
Eating mangoes is one of the healthiest things you can do to your body. Check out these benefits:
1. It fights cancer
The mango's polyphenols (antioxidant) could have cancer-fighting properties.
2. It maintain sharp vision
Heads up to those who are starting to have poor vision. With its vitamin A content, three servings of mango per day can reduce the chances of developing macular degeneration by more than half. Vitamin A could also protect the eyes from high-energy light waves like ultraviolet rays, which can be harmful to the eyes.
3. Good for heart health
Since mango is high in antioxidants and fiber, it could be beneficial to the protection of the heart muscle. It could also reduce the chances of developing heart disease.
4. For making your skin look younger
Vitamin C in mango supports collagen production, it can make the skin tighter and firmer. Eating mangoes can reduce skin damage that it gets from the sun.
5. Good for the brain
Mango contains vitamin B6, which is the vitamin that helps the brain and its cognitive function. Mangoes could improve memory and concentration, and even ward off dementia.
6. Great source of fiber
Fiber could not only help prevent heart disease but it can also reduce the chances of developing type 2 diabetes and diverticular disease which affects the colon.
7. High in vitamins in minerals especially for pregnant people
Folic acid is particularly important to pregnant women as it does not only give nutritional benefits to the baby but it also prevents birth defects.
8. Good for digestive system
With the abundance of fiber, it can help the digestive enzyme that helps to break down proteins.
9. It boosts the immune system
Not only it is beneficial to digestive system but it also good for the body's immunity. It contains a lot of vitamin C which boosts immunity.
10. It helps with diet
Especially because it is Christmas season, mango could satisfy your hunger and yet, it can help your diet. So if a diet involves eating mangoes, you are in for a fit body.
