Benefits of Mangoes

Mangoes taste so good that people forget they arealso healthy!
Discover howthe "king of fruits" can help you, plus fascinating trivia
and a few mango cautions and concerns.
1. Prevents Cancer:
Research has shown antioxidant compounds in mango fruit have been
found to protect against colon, breast, leukemia and prostate cancers.
These compounds include quercetin, isoq
uercitrin, astragalin, fisetin,gallic acid and methylgallat, as well
as the abundant enzymes.
2. Lowers Cholesterol:
The high levels of fiber, pectin and vitamin C help to lower serum
cholesterollevels, specifically Low-Density Lipoprotein (the bad
stuff)
3. Clears the Skin:
Can be used both internally and externally for the skin. Mangos clear
clogged pores and eliminate pimples. (Read more on page 5.)
4. Eye Health:
One cup of sliced mangoes supplies 25 percent of the needed daily
value of vitamin A, which promotesgood eyesight and prevents night
blindness and dry eyes.
5. Alkalizes the Whole Body:
The tartaric acid, malic acid, and a trace of citric acid found in the
fruit helpto maintain the alkali reserve of the body.