2023-04-17 17:31:51
The consumption of fruits in general, as well as vegetables and legumes, is part of the World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines for a healthy diet. In fact, on his website, he notes that eating at least 400 g or five servings of fruits and vegetables a day reduces the risk of developing non-communicable diseases, as well as helping to ensure a sufficient daily intake of dietary fiber.
Mango is known for its sweet and refreshing taste, which is why it has a wide following around the world. In addition, its nutritional value includes vitamins and minerals of great benefit to the body.
According to the portal better with healththe mango stands out mainly for its content of vitamin A and vitamin C, in addition, it includes malic and palmitic acids, turning it into a fruit with notable antioxidant effects.
Its high fiber content is another of the benefits of mango. In such virtue, its consumption contributes to improve intestinal transit, as it acts as a natural laxative. In this way, the regular intake of mango can be useful to prevent and treat constipation.
An article entitled “Mango rich in polyphenols (Mangifera indica L.) Improve functional constipation symptoms in humans beyond the equivalent amount of fiber”, published on the website of the United States National Library of Medicine, mentions that mango consumption proved to be effective in treating the symptoms associated with this condition.
In line with the qualities attributed to mango, the Paraguayan Ministry of Public Health and Social Welfare reports on its website that daily intake of this fruit can also help prevent some types of cancer, combat dry eyes and improve iron absorption. In turn, it contributes to the formation of red blood cells, collagen, teeth and bones.
Continuing with its nutritional value, the mango also provides minerals such as iron, copper and calcium, in a way that helps prevent diseases such as anemia.
Regarding its antioxidant effect, regular consumption of mango also helps prevent premature aging. However, to enhance its qualities, it is convenient to complement its intake with other healthy lifestyle habits.for example, a balanced diet, frequent physical activity and adequate rest.
The list of diseases that are prevented by eating mango
It also has enzymes with properties similar to those of papain from papayas or bromelain from pineapples. “These enzymes promote the assimilation of macronutrients and are partly responsible for making mangos easy to digest. That is why it is recommended for those who suffer from digestive problems”, says the aforementioned source.
Given these benefits, it is said that it is a special food to help prevent diseases such as the following.
The mango contains phenols and is credited with the ability to eliminate cancer cells, as long as they are in their first stage of development, specifies the aforementioned source, which refers to a study carried out by Harvard University in which it was concluded that Diseases such as prostate cancer can be prevented with the consumption of this fruit.
Mango contains mangiferin and benzophenone, two bioactive compounds that exert a protective effect on the stomach due to its antioxidant action, reducing damage to its cells and decreasing the production of stomach acid, thus helping to prevent and treat diseases such as gastritis or a gastric ulcer, says Tua Saúde.
There is scientific evidence indicating that polyphenols such as gallic, chlorogenic and ferulic acids would help stimulate insulin production and reduce blood sugar and glycosylated hemoglobin levels, which are an indicator of diabetes, which is why this fruit becomes an ally to prevent or treat this disease.
Cardiovascular diseases
The soluble fibers present in mango help reduce bad cholesterol and triglycerides, lipids that promote the formation of fatty plaques in the arteries, since it reduces the absorption of fat from food. Thus, the mango improves the functioning of the arteries and helps prevent the development of conditions such as heart attacks, heart failure and strokes. Similarly, it provides polyphenols, magnesium and potassium, nutrients that help relax blood vessels and control blood pressure.
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