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- Diana Herrington
- March 14, 2012
- 8:40 am
- 121 comments
(written by Randy Fritz)
Mangos taste so good that people forget they are also healthy! Discover how the “king of fruits” can help you, plus fascinating trivia and a few mango cautions and concerns.
Health Benefits:
1. Prevents Cancer:
Research has shown antioxidant compounds in mango fruit have been found to protect against colon, breast, leukemia and prostate cancers. These compounds include quercetin, isoquercitrin, astragalin, fisetin, gallic acid and methylgallat, as well as the abundant enzymes.
2. Lowers Cholesterol:
The high levels of fiber, pectin and vitamin C help to lower serum cholesterol levels, specifically Low-Density Lipoprotein (the bad stuff)
3. Clears the Skin:
Can be used both internally and externally for the skin. Mangos clear clogged pores and eliminate pimples. (Read more on page 5.)
4. Eye Health:
One cup of sliced mangoes supplies 25 percent of the needed daily value of vitamin A, which promotes good eyesight and prevents night blindness and dry eyes.
5. Alkalizes the Whole Body:
The tartaric acid, malic acid, and a trace of citric acid found in the fruit help to maintain the alkali reserve of the body.
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Diana Herrington
Diana Herrington turned a debilitating health crisis into a passion for helping others with healthy, sugar-free, gluten-free, eating and cooking. After testing and researching every possible healthy therapy on her delicate system she has developed simple, powerful principles which she shares in her recent book Eating Green and Lean, and as host to Care2 groups: Healthy Living Network and Healthy Cooking. She is the head chef at Real Food for Life, where she shares recipes and tips. Sign up for the Real Food for Life weekly newsletter or catch her on Facebook or Twitter (@DancinginLife).
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121 comments
+ add your ownJust had two of them; my all time favourite fruit, and I don't hove to go to the Philippines. i can get them right here in Trinidad....for free!
Why don’t doctors prescribe Mangos???
It's nice but not for people, like me, allergic to it
Unfortunately, they are too expensive...
Thanks
Gr8 Article. We can supply Organic Mangoes from India. Some facts are not correct regarding the variety 'safeda'. India produces maximum mangoes in the world. pl visit our web site for further details.www.ar4mangoes.com or www.facebook.com/ar4mangoes
I have always been fond of mangoes, lets go to the Philippines!
Who wants to come with me?
Oh my! I did not know the health benefits of mangos. I purchased a 10 oz bag of mango slices at my health food store and ate the whole bag before I got home!
I think I need to go buy a bunch of mangoes now...
Mango is my favorite food. I could eat these all day...when they're in season, I have to put myself on a mango a day limit...
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