Mangoes are a delicious fruit that are also packed with nutrients. They are rich in vitamin C which is important for forming blood vessels and healthy collagen, as well as helping you heal. Mangoes are also a good source of protective compounds with antioxidant properties, these plant chemicals include gallotannins and mangiferin. Both have been studied for their ability to counter the oxidative stress associated with day to day living and exposure to toxins1.
Studies link mango and its nutrients to several health benefits, such as improved immunity and digestive health. Some polyphenols found in the fruit might even lower the risk of certain cancers2.
Mangoes are also low in calories. One cup (165 grams) of fresh mango contains only 99 calories2.
There are many recipes that use mangoes. You can make Mango Popsicles, Mango Rasam, Aam Papad (Tasty Mango Bars) and many moreAd1.
Here are some websites that have a collection of mango recipes that you can try:
There are many ways to cut a mango. Here are some of the most common ways:
Method 1: Slice off both ends of the mango, revealing the long, slender seed inside. Stand the fruit on one end and slice off the skin in strips from top to bottom. Then slice off the flesh from the seed.
Method 2: Cut off both ends of the mango, revealing the long, slender seed inside. Hold the fruit upright on one of its flat ends and slice off the skin in strips from top to bottom. Then slice off the flesh from the seed.
Method 3: Cut off both ends of the mango, revealing the long, slender seed inside. Hold the fruit upright on one of its flat ends and slice off one side of the fruit as close to the seed as possible. Repeat with the other side. Score each half of the fruit in a crosshatch pattern through to the skin. Bend each half backward so that the cubes pop up, then slice them away from the skin.
Method 4: Cut off both ends of the mango, revealing the long, slender seed inside. Hold the fruit upright on one of its flat ends and slice off one side of the fruit as close to the seed as possible. Repeat with the other side. Use a large spoon to scoop out each half of flesh from its skin.