When summer arrives, a special joy spreads through homes across Bangladesh: mango season. Known as the king of fruits, the mango is prized not only for its taste but for its nutrition. Yet many people do not know that there are right and healthy ways to eat it, and that eating it the wrong way can do more harm than good.
Mango contains vitamins A, C, E and K, fibre, antioxidants and natural sugar. It plays an important role in keeping eyesight healthy, brightening skin, boosting immunity and aiding digestion.
Soak first, and keep to a moderate amount
Do not eat a mango straight after buying it. Soak it in clean water for at least 20 to 30 minutes. This removes some of the chemical or pesticide residue on the skin and also reduces the fruit's excess heat, which is good for the body.
However tasty mangoes are, eating too many is not wise. One or two medium-sized mangoes a day is enough. Eating too many can raise blood sugar, an important caution especially for people with diabetes.
When and how to eat them
Many people eat mangoes on an empty stomach in the morning, which is not always good and can cause acidity or gastric problems. Eating a mango after a meal or as an afternoon snack is more beneficial.
Mango and milk together are popular, as in a mango shake, but some care is needed. It should be taken without too much added sugar, and people with digestive problems are better off eating the two at different times.
Many people like to eat raw or ripe mango with salt and chilli. It adds flavour, but excess sodium can harm the body; people with high blood pressure in particular should cut down on the habit.
It is better not to drink a lot of water immediately after eating a mango, as this can upset digestion. Wait at least 20 to 30 minutes before drinking water.
Because mango contains natural sugar, it can raise blood glucose. People with diabetes should eat mango in limited amounts, as their doctor advises, and are better off spreading it out rather than eating a lot at once.
Green mango is higher in vitamin C, which boosts immunity, while ripe mango is higher in vitamin A, which is good for the eyes and skin. Both kinds can therefore be eaten in moderation.
The mango is not just a fruit but part of our culture and the joy of the season. Eaten the right way, it can help keep the body healthy, so enjoy the taste with awareness to get its full nutrition and benefit. The information in this article is drawn from Verywell Health.
Source: Jagonews24. First published in Bengali on The Agro News.
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