Even if you let every fruit go, don’t let that mango

Frankly speaking, the mango needs no introduction. It belongs to the genus Mangifera (mango’s scientific name is Mangifera indica) that contains numerous tropical fruiting trees (that are cultivated for edible fruit), the mango is native to South Asia. It is the national fruit of India, Pakistan, and the Philippines and also the national tree of Bangladesh.

A ripe mango fruit varies in color and size. Mangoes can be yellow, orange, green or red. The mango leaves are 15 to 35 cm long and evergreen. The young leaves are orangish pink, but transition to dark glossy red and turn dark green as they mature.

Mango is available in numerous varieties, but the most popular one among all is Alphonso.

It is the most superior variety in terms of richness, flavor, and sweetness. Also one of the most expensive varieties, the Alphonso is primarily cultivated in the western part of India, including Ratnagiri and Raigad, and the Konkan region of India.

Mangoes are not only toothsome, but they also provide a wide range of benefits to the human body  here are a few reasons why you shouldn’t let go of that mango.

• Decreased Risk of Cancer: The nutrients and antioxidants in mangoes make them a weapon against cancer, especially breast and colon cancers. Mangoes contain various antioxidants, such as beta-carotene, which protect the body against colon, breast, leukemia and prostate cancers
• Brain Boost: Filled with Vitamin B6, mangoes provide an incredible supply of brain food. B6 is vital to maintain healthy brain function, mood, and sleep cycle.
• Improved Digestion: The enzymes within this nutritious fruit aid in the breakdown of proteins, while high fiber and water levels help maintain regularity.
• Healthy Eyes, Complexion, Hair: One cup of sliced mango bears 25{54d2fcdcd494adb6982253be6fe8d5492e5f586157f419110131714f9092ec60} of the daily recommended amount of Vitamin A, which maintains healthy vision, prevents night blindness, & also keeps dry eyes moisturized. This vitamin is necessary to develop healthy tissues throughout the body, and especially helps moisturize and keeps hair and skin radiant.
• Enhanced Bone Health: By providing higher levels of vitamin C & increasing calcium absorption, bones grow much stronger with regular ingestion of mangoes. Vitamin C also promotes the production of osteoblasts, which are bone-building cells, and also encourages the production of collagen.