It’s that time of the year again when we are all going to drown ourselves in mangoes. The flavour and taste of the different varieties of mangoes make people go mad over it. From Mango shake to Mango ice cream, people try a variety of cuisines from Mango throughout the summer. However, most people tend to overeat the same. Despite being fruit, overconsumption of mangoes can lead to health issues. Scroll down to learn how many mangoes you can eat in a day from Jinal Patel, Dietitian, Zynova Shalby Multispeciality Hospital, Mumbai.
Before understanding the right quantity of mangoes consumption, let’s learn its nutritional value:
Mangoes are rich in essential vitamins and minerals such as Vitamin C, A, folate and potassium with natural sugar content.
Mangoes contain natural enzymes which aid in digestion. The presence of fibre supports healthy digestion, prevents constipation and promotes regular bowel movement.
The presence of vitamin A and beta-carotene helps in maintaining eyesight and prevents eye diseases like dry eyes and night blindness.
Mangoes (how to make mango lassi at home) are rich in Vitamin C which strengthens our immune system. It also contains phytonutrients that contain anti-microbial properties.
Mangoes contain nutrients which support heart health. It contains magnesium and potassium which maintains healthy blood flow. It also contains super antioxidant mangiferin which is good for heart health.
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Jinal Patel said, “Two slices of mangoes (are you mangoes safe to eat) a day can be a reasonable portion size to consume throughout the day as eating too much mangoes can lead to several issues like pimples, acne, ulcers, constipation, bloating, and even diarrhoea.”
It is important to understand that while mangoes seem delicious and tempting, they contain high levels of sugar and calories which can be harmful to your body if consumed in excess leading to abnormal blood sugar levels and weight gain.
It is always advised to consume mangoes in moderation to prevent any further health complications. Exercise caution as eating them in large quantities can also trigger allergic reactions such as cough, sores, and wheezing.
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