You're in for a real treat if you're new to mangoes. Thanks to its abundant mix of vital nutrients, the succulent fruit provides a wide variety of health benefits. It even tastes like a real treat. So let's review mango's health benefits and what it can do for you.
Promotes healthy hair and skin
If you want to improve the skin-care level, aim for this tropical fruit. The amount of vitamin C in mangoes can help with the production of collagen for healthy hair, skin, and nails. And it's particularly important if you're trying to battle symptoms of aging since collagen is known to clear skin and supplying some of the vibrant bounce.
Then there's the beta-carotene present in mangoes which, according to an article published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, may have the ability to protect the skin from sun damage when consumed.
Aids in iron absorption
Mango is a particularly good option for those that are iron deficient, due to its high levels of vitamin C. That's because according to the NIH, vitamin C helps the body digest iron, especially nonheme iron, found in foods such as peas, beans, and fortified grains.
The absorption of iron is essential for the development of red blood cells and their capacity to carry oxygen. And while most people don't have to think about their iron intake, consuming vitamin C-rich foods like mangoes at the same time as iron-rich foods will help those that are iron deficient.
Helps regulate blood glucose
Yes, mangos can control blood sugar. But aren't they super sugar-stuffed? Yes, about 13 grams per fruit. However, a study in 2019 showed that mangoes contain mangiferin that suppresses alpha-glucosidase and alpha-amylase, two enzymes involved in the regulation of blood sugar, leading in a hypoglycemic effect. Translation: Mangoes will theoretically reduce blood sugar, facilitating improved amounts regulation and thereby reducing the risk of diseases such as diabetes.
May reduce risk of cancer
Mangoes are rich in antioxidants that protect the body from free radicals. Free radicals are unstable molecules from pollutants in the environment that basically circulate through your body, attaching themselves to cells and causing damage, which can ultimately lead to premature aging and cancer, as the damage spreads to other healthy cells. However, antioxidants such as vitamins C and E in mangoes attach to free radicals, neutralize them, and prevent damage.
Aids in healthy digestion
Mango contains both soluble and insoluble fiber, which is critical to healthy digestion. Soluble fiber dissolves in water, moving through your digestive system. This produces a gel-like substance, which slows down the digestive process, she adds, allowing your body to properly absorb passing nutrients.
