10 Health Benefits of Mangos

Mangos taste so good that people forget they are also healthy! Discover
how the king of fruits can help you, plus learn fascinating trivia facts and a
few mango cautions and concerns.
Health Benefits:
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, isoquercitrin, 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 cholesterol
levels, 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 promotes good 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 help
to maintain the alkali reserve of the body.
6. Helps in Diabetes
Mango leaves help normalize insulin levels in the blood. The traditional
home remedy involves boiling leaves in water, soaking through the night and
then consuming the filtered decoction in the morning. Mango fruit also have
a relatively low glycemic index (41-60) so moderate quantities will not spike
your sugar levels.
7. Improved Sex
Mangos are a great source of vitamin E. Even though the popular connection
between sex drive and vitamin E was originally created by a mistaken
generalization on rat studies, further research has shown balanced proper
amounts (as from whole food) does help in this area.
8. Improves Digestion
Papayas are not the only fruit that contain enzymes for breaking down
protein. There are several fruits, including mangoes, which have this
healthful quality. The fiber in mangos also helps digestion and elimination.
9. Remedy for Heat Stroke
Juicing the fruit from green mango and mixing with water and a sweetener
helps to cool down the body and prevent harm to the body. From an
ayurvedic viewpoint, the reason people often get diuretic and exhausted
when visiting equatorial climates is because the strong sun energy is

burning up your body, particularly the muscles. The kidneys then become
overloaded with the toxins from this process.
10. Boosts Immune system
The generous amounts of vitamin C and vitamin A in mangos, plus 25
different kinds of carotenoids keep your immune system healthy and strong.
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Facts and trivia:
According to some, more mangos are eaten fresh than any other fruit
in the world.
Originated 4,000 plus years ago.
Biologically a close relative with other flowering plants like cashew and
pistachio.
Originated in sub-Himalayan plains.
In India where they are most heavily grown and eaten, mangos are
known as safeda.
There are over 1,000 different varieties of mangos.
Nutrition by the Numbers
One cup (225 gm contain) contains the following. Percentages apply to
daily value.
105 calories
76 percent vitamin C (antioxidant and immune booster)
25 percent vitamin A (antioxidant and vision)
11 percent vitamin B6 plus other B vitamins (hormone production in
brain and heart disease prevention)
9 percent healthy probiotic fiber
9 percent copper (copper is a co-factor for many vital enzymes plus
production of red blood cells)
7 percent potassium (to balance out our high sodium intake)
4 percent magnesium

The Nutrition of Milkshakes

The nutrition we get from the food that we eat is the fuel we use for our own
bodies to work efficiently. It nourishes our bodies and keeps us away from
various health disorders. Thus, it is very important to take note of the food
we ingest and consume. As much as possible, we stick to those foods that
help keep us fit.

One food - or in this case, drink - that we may take for granted as a good
source of the much-needed nutrition is the milkshake. People do not actually
realize the nutritive value of milkshakes. More often than not, they are
commonly thought of as something to keep you refreshed, especially during
the hot season. After drinking a milkshake, do you notice how sated you are,
even though you didn't eat anything with it? This is because the body's daily
requirement for food groups, like carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and
proteins, were partially met with that dose of milkshake.

Protein Source
Milkshakes are very nutritious because of their main ingredient - milk. Do you
often wonder why newborn babies can actually survive, grow and develop
normally by only drinking milk? Also, take note that no matter how young or
old we are, nutritionists still advise us to drink a glass of milk daily for our
bone development. Body builders also drink milk because they want to build
their muscles through whey, which is actually an aggregate of protein
molecules that helps the body with needed building blocks of proteins.
Milk is also a source of fat. The fat in milk cannot be neglected, as it is
usually present to serve as your heat generator during very cold weather.

Carbohydrates in Milkshakes
Aside from the milk, milkshakes contain table sugar that can easily provide
us with energy for our brains to function well.
Milkshakes can also contain fruit, which is a good source of vitamins and
dietary fiber for better digestion. Most fruits, like strawberries, mangoes and
other citrus fruits, are rich in vitamin C, which help combat diseases. It also
helps boost our immune system.

Fiber in Milkshakes
Fiber is a very important nutrient that our digestive, excretory, and even the
cardiovascular system greatly benefits from. Fibers we can get in milkshakes
are also found in most fruits and vegetables. It is good for digestion as it
serves as cleaners of toxins and other unwanted fats that clog our digestive
tracts. With fewer fats in our body, the cardiovascular system will surely
have a healthier flow of blood and a more stable heart. The washing away of
toxins and other remnants will also help our excretory system to perform its
function well.

So a milkshake is not just a refreshing drink but a nutritional source, as well.

Just go easy with the fats and the sugars and keep them loaded with fruits,
instead.

Cold Liquid Diet

Overview
An individual experiences fever, difficulty swallowing, sore throat and pain
when he has tonsillitis. Although the condition is commonly experienced by
people of all ages, its frequency is slightly higher among children. Some
people have to undergo an operation to remove their tonsils, a procedure
called tonsillectomy. However, surgery is only the last option. More often,
medication therapy and prescribed diet exclusive for the condition are
effective in managing the condition.
Definition
Cold liquid diet also termed as TONSIL diet, is food preparation includes
serving cold or iced liquids. This diet varies depending on the severity of the
patients condition, age and overall health status. Usually, patients are
instructed to refrain from eating solid foods for a day or two only since this
diet does not provide adequate nutrition.
Purpose of a Cold Liquid Diet
The aim of prescribing a cold liquid diet is to promote relief to fresh mouth
sores or following tonsillectomy. Serious symptoms of the condition following
surgery effectively subside through this diet together with proper medication
therapy.
Guidelines in Preparing for a Cold Liquid Diet
C Consult a nutritionist or a doctor before initiating this diet. The cold liquid
diet is not nutritionally adequate. Hence, you should not risk your health
without proper medical advice.
O Only soothing fluids are allowed in this diet. Selected items should be
free from irritants and acid preparations. Wine, alcoholic beverages, coffee
and etc are strong irritants and should be avoided.
L Let the client shift to mechanical soft diet first before launching this diet.
The process of shifting the diet to cold liquids should be gradual.
D Duration of the diet should only be two to three days to avoid risking
your health condition. A high protein beverage can be served between meals
to provide nutrients needed by the body.
Food Selection Guide

Before proceeding to the actual diet it is imperative to plan and choose

liquids that are excellent sources of proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins
and minerals. Enumerated below are the lists of foods allowed and avoided
in a cold liquid diet.
Foods Allowed:
Fresh fruit juice iced or cold
Commercial fruit juices iced or cold
Blended fresh fruits fresh or cold
Fruit shake iced or cold
All chilled milk
Dairy or non-dairy chilled yogurt
Cold thin cereal as a rice substitute
Any cold thin soup
Plain ice cream
Popsies
Plain sherbet
Cold soft custard
Cold jello or gelatin
Foods NOT Allowed:
All solid, hard and hot foods
Wine and alcoholic beverages
All hot beverages
Tea and coffee
Strong-flavored fruit juices