RIAUONLINE – Mango is one of the most consumed fruits worldwide. Mango has a delicious and fresh oriental taste. Usually mango is served with salads, smoothies, ice cream or sticky rice. In addition, the benefits of mangoes are also many for health.
It is known, mangoes are native to Southeast Asia including Indonesia, where they were consumed more than 4,000 years BC. How not, this delicious tropical fruit is indeed healthy. For more details, here are the benefits of mangoes quoted from a number of sources.
1. Promote Digestion
Mango is rich in fiber. As is well known, fiber is important for good bowel movements and healthy digestion. By eating 150 grams of mango, you get 12% of the recommended daily amount of fiber.
2. Eye health
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Carrots are known to be good for the eyes, but mangoes also contain super powers that are beneficial for eye health. Mangoes contain large amounts of beta carotene, which is converted into vitamin A in the body. Vitamin A is essential for eye health and can prevent night blindness and dry eyes.
3. Healthy Skin
The amount of beta carotene in mangoes not only contributes to eye health, but is also important for the skin. In addition, mangoes also contain vitamin C which is necessary for the production of collagen. Collagen is a protein that is useful for making skin firm and elastic.
4. Lower blood pressure
Mangoes are rich in minerals, such as potassium and magnesium, which maintain a healthy heart and blood vessels. The main purpose of magnesium is to relax the muscles, including the heart muscle. Magnesium also lowers stress levels, which can lower blood pressure. Potassium has a beneficial effect on blood pressure because it counteracts the blood pressure-raising effect of sodium (salt).
5. Improve memory
Mangoes contain a certain substance called glutamic acid. Glutamic acid is said to strengthen memory and allow us to concentrate better. In addition, mango also has content that is useful for increasing immunity.
This article has been published on suara.com
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