Mango

Health Benefits:

Anti fungal
Combats fatigue
Diuretic
Improves bone and muscle health
Increases immunity
Increases stamina
Inhibits cancer cell growth
Lowers blood pressure
May regulate heart rate
Provides energy
Reduces risk of lung cancer
Relieves PMS

Nutrition:

Serving size: 1/2 cup fruit; Calories: 107; Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 3g; Carbs: 28g; Fiber:  3g; Sugars: 24g; Protein: 1g; Potassium: 7%DV; Vitamin A: 725%DV; Vitamin C: 76%DV; Calcium: 2%DV; Iron: 1%DV

Did You Know?

• Mangos help clear clogged pores that cause acne. Just slice a mango into thin pieces and keep them on your face for 10 to 15 minutes then wash your face.
• Mangos are known around the world as the "King of Fruits".

Ways to Eat:

• Raw
• Blended in a smoothie of cold soup
• In a salad
• Chutney

Farming Trivia:

• Mangos were first grown in India over 5,000 years ago 
• Mangos are related to cashews and pistachios
• Mangos can be planted grow best during the spring/summer seasons