#MySuperFood 6.0 Mangoes
✅Feeds good bacteria in the gut
✅Contains anticancer substances
✅Helps protect eye health
✅Protects against colds and flu
Throughout Asia, the mango has both spiritual and medicinal significance. It is the national fruit of India, Pakistan, and Philippines, and the national tree of Bangladesh. Mangoes are high in the antioxidants beta-carotene and vitamin C, and so are good for boosting the immune sysytem, protecting eyesights, and aiding digestion.
They also help neutralize free-radical damage in the body.
What is good for?
- Digestion
Contains enzymes that aid the breakdown and digestion of protein, and also fiber, which keeps the digestive tract working efficiently. Dietary fiber has more long-term benefits as well, lowering the risk of developing colon cancer, heart disease, type-2 diabetes, and diverticular disease. - Anticancer effects
Laboratory tests show the triterpene compund, lupeol, a kind of plant hormone found in mangoes, is effective against both prostate and skin cancers. - Eye health
Rich in beta-carotene, a powerful antioxidant that helps reduce the effects of free-radical damage in the body, including the skin and eyes. It also helps prevent age-related macular degeneration (loss of vision) - Immunity
An average-sized mango contains up to two-thirds of the daily recommended intake of vitamin C, which plays a key role in boosting the immune system and so helps reduce the incidence of colds and flu.
How do i get the best from it?
- Keep it fresh
Eat as fresh as possible.Mangoes bruise easily, so unless you are using them immediately, buy hard fruits and let them ripen at home.When you can't find fresh, dried mango is a good substitute.
- Quick mango smoothie
Blend 2 peeled chopped mangoes, 1 cup cold water and vegan yogurt, add 1 1/2 tbsp honey, until smooth.
- Mango Salsa
Dice and mix 1 ripe mango, 1/2 red onion, 1/2 sweet red bell pepper, 1 small cucumber, 1 small finely chopped jalapeno chile, and 3 tbsp each lime juice and chopped fresh cilantro. Season and serve with everything 😉
Mangos are my favorite fruit! I just wrote a couple of articles on the importance of fruit in the human diet. You can check them out on my blog. :) Thanks for sharing! :)
You forgot to mention that they are freakin' delicious! I need to eat them more... and I will be trying that cup method for peeling! I usually score and cut.