Mango Is one of the most popular fruit globally, with indian leading the world Production by more than 50%
India is a country with varied agro- climatic conditions, which enables production of a wide variety of high quality fruits, India is the second largest producer of fruits and vegetables in the world.
Mango is the king of Indian fruits with approximately 14 million tonnes of mango production. There are a variety of ways in which it is consumed. Mango has a high nutritional value and the raw fruit too finds usage in production of pickels, chutneys, fruit drinks, etc. Mango is also most popular as a table fruit.its fresh pulp is added to fruit salads, ice-creams, milk shakes and other desserts.
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Below are some interesting facts and myths that we have gathered over the years
The mango is known as the 'king of fruit' throughout the world.
The name 'mango' is derived from the Tamil word 'mangkay' or 'man-gay'. When the Portuguese traders settled in Western India they adopted the name as 'manga'
Mangos originated in East India, Burma and the Andaman Islands bordering the Bay of Bengal. Around the 5th century B.C., Buddhist monks are believed to have introduced the mango to Malaysia and eastern Asia - legend has it that Buddha found tranquility and repose in a mango grove. Persian traders took the mango into the middle east and Africa, from there the Portuguese brought it to Brazil and the West Indies. Mango cultivars arrived in Florida in the 1830's and in California in the 1880's
Beyond being delicious and rich in vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants, mangos contain an enzyme with stomach soothing properties similar to papain found in papayas. These comforting enzymes act as a digestive aid and can be held partially responsible for that feeling of contentment we experience during and after our daily mango ritual.
We all know the importance of fiber in our diets. If you are eating your mango-a-day, irregularity is not a problem for you and so we'll spare the gruesome details regarding constipation, piles and spastic colon. Research has shown that dietary fiber has a protective effect against degenerative diseases, especially with regards to the heart; may help prevent certain types of cancer, as well as lowering blood cholesterol levels. An average sized mango can contain up to 40% of your daily fiber requirement. For those of you who are physically active, whether working out or constantly on the go, mangos are also a great way to replenish that lost potassium. Deliciously rich in anti-oxidants, potassium and fiber - the mango is the perfect fruit! Truly 'the king of fruit'.
