Mango fruit is an excellent source of Vitamin-A and flavonoids. and it also has antioxidant properties which are essential for vision. Vitamin A is also required for maintaining healthy mucus and skin. Consumption of natural fruits rich in carotenes is known to protect from lung and oral cavity cancers. Fresh mango is a good source of potassium. Potassium is an important component of cell and body fluids that helps control heart rate and blood pressure. It also controls homocysteine levels within the blood, which may otherwise be harmful to blood vessels resulting in coronary artery disease (CAD), and stroke. Additionally, mango peel is also rich in phytonutrients, such as the pigment antioxidants like carotenoids and polyphenols.
