Here is how (and why) you should have mangoes every day

Mango, the king of all fruits is back in season. With the onset of summer, mango has made its way to the local market and there is not one but many reasons why you must not miss eating this tasty fruit.

The entire fruit including the peel is rich in antioxidants, which helps boost our immunity. A strong immunity helps us fight against a host of diseases and infections.

Mangoes are rich in Vitmain A and flavonoids like beta-carotene, alpha-carotene and beta-cryptoxanthin. Eating the fruit throughout the summer season can keep your eye health in check.

Potassium helps control the heart rate and blood pressure, which helps keep your heart healthy. Are you anymore guilty of eating mangoes?

Mango is rich in water and dietary fibre, which are both essential for good digestion and preventing a spike in blood glucose.

Mangoes can make you fat

Eating mango will not make you fat. It is just like some other fruit rich in fibre, antioxidants, minerals and nutrients. Mango cannot lead to weight gain if eaten in a controlled manner.

Yes, mangoes are rich in sugar but even diabetics can consume mangoes in moderation. The quantity has to be restricted as the glycemic index of mangoes is high. To be on a safer side, you can always consult your physician for more clarity.

Mango is alkaline in nature and is great for improving skin and hair quality. But because mangoes are available in summer and sometimes due to the hyperacid production by the body, eating mangoes can give you acne. To avoid this, soak mangoes in water one-two hours before you eat them.

Mangoes should not be consumed along with lunch and dinner. It should be consumed as a meal itself or as a mid-meal snack. Eating this way can help prevent weight gain as well as post-meal glucose spikes.

Try not to juice the mango and have it whole, as juicing causes fibre and nutrition loss.

Enjoy your mangoes!