Health Note: Mango

Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest ....be in health,

3 John 1:2

"There are many different kinds of mangoes that range in color, shape, flavor and seed size. While the skin color of mangoes can vary from green to red, yellow or orange, the inner flesh of the mango is mostly a golden yellow. They have a sweet and creamy taste and contain over 20 vitamins and minerals.

Mangoes have been named the most widely consumed fruit in the world.

Some of the possible health benefits of consuming mango include
a decreased risk of macular degeneration,
a decreased risk of colon cancer,
improvement in digestion and bone health
and even benefits for the skin and hair.

Nutritional breakdown of mangoes

One cup of diced mango contains 100 calories, 1 gram protein, 0.5 grams fat, 25 grams of carbohydrate (23 grams of sugar and 3 grams of fiber), 100% of the daily need for vitamin C, 35% for vitamin A, 20% of folate, 10% of vitamin B-6 and 8% of vitamin K and potassium.
Mangoes also contribute copper, calcium and iron to the diet as well as antioxidants such as zeaxanthin and beta-carotene." MNT