By BBN Specials, #NUTRIWEALTH By Folakemi Abdussalam
This week’s NUTRIWEALTH shares more information about the importance of Mango, especially during its season. Below are 10 reasons why you should consider it while its here…
1. It Fights Cancer
Antioxidants present in mango protect the body against colon, breast, leukemia and prostate cancers.
2. Keeps Cholesterol In Check
Mango has high level of vitamin C and fibres that help to lower serum cholesterol levels. Fresh mango is a rich source of potassium, which is an important component of cell and body fluids that helps to control heart rate and blood pressure.
4. Mango help in maintaining the alkali reserve of the body.
5.Mango has a lot of vitamins and fibre that help the body feel fuller and promote weight loss.
6.Both the leaves and fruit of mango have been known to help regulate insulin levels.
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7. Aphrodisiac – Yes, #MAN-GO!
Mangoes increase the virility in men. Vitamin E, which is abundantly present in mangoes, helps to regulate sex hormones and boosts sex drive.
8. Mango is rich in vitamin A and helps in promoting good eye sight, fights dry eyes and also prevent night blindness.
9. Strengthens your immune
The combination of vitamin C, vitamin A present in mangoes keeps your immune system healthy.
10. High iron for women
Mango is rich in iron for people suffering from anemia. Menopausal and pregnant women can indulge in mangoes as this will increase their iron levels and calcium at the same time.
Every fruit in season is at its best than when out of season.
Enjoy this #lovefruit this season and be glad u did. Join us again next week. Your health is most important, take care of it!
Folakemi Abdussalam is an Entrepreneur. She writes from Lagos, via (faabdussalam@yahoo.com) and tweets via @ogifortified
