Health Benefits Of MANGO

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      King of Fruits

         A mango is an edible famous fruit in the world a which is grown in tropical areas. It is believed that its origion is from Bangladesh, Myanmar (Barma) and northeast India. From tropical Asia, mangoes were introduced to East Africa, Brazil, Spain and other countries. Now mango is cultivated in tropical and subtropical areas. There are numbers of hundreds of mango cultivars in the world. The Tommy Atkins is dominating in the current world market. Growers and importers prefer it for its excellent production, resistance against disease, shelf life, charming colour, size and safe transportation.

            According to its variety, mango has different size, colour , shape،skin colour,sweetness, and flesh colour. Mango is declared national fruit of Pakistan and India. It is the national tree of Bangladesh.






    Nutritional Guide:

     Amount per 100 grams

    Calories 60

    Saturated fat 0.1 grams

    Cholesterol 0 mg

    Sodium 1 mg

    Potassium 168 mg

    Dietary fiber 1.6 g

    Sugar  14 g

    Protein 0.8 g

       

 

         In 2019, production of mangoes in the world was 56 million, India alone produced 46% of the total production of the world, Indonesia ranking by production was second .India is the largest producer of mangoes but its share in international mango trade is only j1% because India uses most of its production. Other major mangoes growing countries are Thailand, Indonesia. Pakistan, Mexico, Brazil, Bangladesh, Nigeria. And the Philippines۔



   Ranking Mango producing countries:

                  Country                   Millions of tonn

   India                     25.6                                                             

   Indonesia              3.3                                                      

   China                     2.4                                                

   Mexico                   2.4                      

   Pakistan                  2.3                      

   Brazil                       2.0                     

 A mango is also packed with vitamin A, C, Calcium, and Iron.  Mango is the largest fruit product which is grown in Pakistan. Citrus fruit is the largest fruit product of Pakistan. Punjab and Sindh are the major mango producing provinces of the country .Approximately more than 200 varieties of mangoes are being gown in Pakistan. Sindhri and Chaunsa are the most favourite and well known varieties in the country, they are also experted. Other famous and popular  varieties are: Anwar Ratol, Dussehri.

        Mirpur Khas (Sindh, Pakistan) is famous for its mango cultivation .Each year, hundreds of varieties are produced. Marpur Khas is also known as “City of Mangoes “. Every year, a mango festival is held in this city since 1955.

     Mango helps to maintain cholesterol level in the body. It jleasons our skin deeply in our body. It is also beneficial for eyes health. It makes eyesight better. Its fiber improves digestion system. It fights against heat stroke. It boosts our immune system. It is helpful for concentration and memory. It is the best fruit in anaemic condition. 

      

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