digestion. One of those enzymes is similar to the papain found in papayas.
Mangoes may also offer some protection against infections. Studies have shown
that mangoes are effective in Giardia, an organism responsible for many cases of
what has been known as "traveler's diarrhea". The studies revealed that mangoes
eliminated Giardia and did just as well as Tinidazol, a drug commonly used to treat
Giardia infection.
Sources:
Murray , Michael N.D.. The Encyclopedia Of Healing Foods.
New York: Atria Books, 2005.
Centers For Disease Control And Prevention-5 A Day.
National Agricultural Library-USDA. usda.gov.
Wikipedia The Free Encyclopedia
Mangoes provide an excellent
source of vitamin C, carotenes,
copper, B vitamins, and fiber.
They are also a good source of
potassium, magnesium, and
vitamin E.
Mangoes contain a high
concentration of cartenoids,
antioxidant nutrients, and various
phytochemicals. Along with all of
the valuable nutrients, including
flavonoids, mangoes are
effective as an anticancer food.
They also contain several
enzymes that help to improve
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