Nutritional Value

Nutritional Value of Mango

Traces of manganese, selenium, iron, sodium and phosphorus

Mango, being high in calories and carbohydrates, is good for those who are trying to gain weight.
The phenolic compound found in mangoes has been found to have powerful antioxidant and anticancer properties.
Being high in iron, mango is said to be very good for pregnant women as well as for people suffering from anemia.
Mango is believed to be effective in relieving clogged pores of the skin.
The vitamin A (beta-carotene), vitamin E and selenium present in mangoes provide protection against heart disease.
Mangoes have been found to be quite helpful in treating acidity and poor digestion.
It is being said that the Vitamin E present in mango helps hormonal system function more efficiently and thus, boosts sex life.
The anti-inflammatory properties of mango might help alleviate asthma symptoms.

Mango has been found to be beneficial for people suffering from the following ailments

Being rich in calcium, oranges have been associated with protection and maintenance of the health of bones.
Beta-carotene, a nutrient present in oranges, is a very powerful antioxidant that protects our cells from damage.
Consumption of oranges has been found to result in lesser outpouring of mucus secretions from the nose.
It is said that oranges are beneficial in maintaining the dental health of an individual.
Oranges have been associated with keeping blood pressure under check, mainly owing to the presence of magnesium.
Oranges, being rich in Vitamins B6, help support the production of hemoglobin in the body.
Regular consumption of orange juice can significantly increase HDL levels and improve the LDL-HDL ratio of a person.
The folic acid present in oranges helps in proper brain development.
The high content of potassium in oranges helps maintain electrolyte balance in the cells and also aids the maintenance of a healthy cardiovascular system.

Papaya contains 'papain', a digestive enzyme known for aiding digestion.
When consumed ripe, this fruit being easily digestible assists in preventing constipation.
A study reveals that when this fruit is consumed alone for three days, it has a useful tonic effect in the stomach and intestines.
The juice of papaya assists in mitigating infections of the colon. It also helps in breaking down pus and mucus.
The consumption of ripe papaya is said to help in the prevention of cancer in organs and glands with epithelial tissue.
Papaya helps tremendously in preventing nausea, including morning sickness and motion sickness.
When had with honey, the papaya seeds are known to be antihelminthic for expelling worms. So chew and swallow two teaspoonfuls of papaya seeds after the main meals during a day.
Papaya has rejuvenating properties that especially assists in controlling early aging.
Eating papaya on a regular basis is known to restore strength and health to the body.
Papaya is a rich source of antioxidant nutrients like carotenes, vitamin C, vitamin B, minerals, fiber, etc. All these nutrients boost the health of the cardiovascular system, apart from providing protection against colon cancer.
Being a rich source of fiber, papaya consumption helps in lowering high cholesterol levels.
This fruit can be directly applied to skin sores also.