The ripe fruit is very wholesome and nourishing. Mangoes provide large amounts of the antioxidants vitamin C and beta carotene, which can block the effects of harmful oxygen molecules called free radicals, which can damage healthy tissues throughout the body.
Mango is a good source of vitamin C. It provide 16.0 mg vitamin C and small amount of vitamin B complex too.
One serving or ½ medium mango contain about 15% of your daily vitamin C.
The vitamin C in the mango enhances the absorption of iron and helps in preventing anemia.
Taking mango regularly makes the complexion fair and the skin soft and shining.
Vitamin C and calcium present in mangoes helps in tightening the capillary vessels and preventing bleedings of inner parts of body.
Vitamin C also play a role in preserving immune function and preventing oxidative damage caused by chronic inflammation.
Vitamin C may also contribute to the maintenance of a healthy vasculature and to a reduction in atherogenesis through the regulation of collagen synthesis, prostacyclin production and nitric oxide.
Mango rich with vitamin C
Mango is one of the popular fruits in the world due to its attractive color, delicious taste and excellent nutritional properties. Known for its sweet fragrance and flavor, the mango has delighted the senses for more than 4000 years. A celebrated fruit, mango, now produced in most of the tropical parts of the globe.
Friday, March 25, 2011
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