THENTHISAI - HEALTH

மருந்தென வேண்டாவாம் யாக்கைக் கருந்திய
தற்றது போற்றி உணின்.

--- திருவள்ளுவா்

No need of medicine to heal your body’s pain,
If, what you ate before digested well, you eat again
----Thiruvalluvar

Explanation
No medicine is necessary for him who eats after assuring (himself) that what he has (already) eaten has been digested.

மிகினும் குறையினும் நோய்செய்யும் நூலோர்
வளிமுதலா எண்ணிய மூன்று.
--- திருவள்ளுவா்

The learned books count three, with wind as first; of these,
As any one prevail, or fail; 'twill cause disease.
----Thiruvalluvar

Explanation
If (food and work are either) excessive or deficient, the three things enumerated by (medical) writers, flatulence, biliousness, and phlegm, will cause (one) disease

What are the health benefits of Mango?

In Tamil Nadu, the mango is mentioned to as one of the three majestic fruits, In Tamil it is called “முக்கனி” (Mukkanee), along with Banana and Jackfruit, for their sweetness and flavor. This triad of fruits is mentioned to as ma-pala-vazhai. In Tamil nadu, district of Salem called as “Mango City” because they are one of the largest producers of mango in India as well as Tamil Nadu. Mangoes may very well be the king of all fruits. Because it fights cancer, alkalize the body, aid in weight loss, regulate diabetes, help digestion, clean your skin, etc. Here you can get all the health benefits of Mango. Let’s see one by one. Another interesting thing is that mangoes have been called the most broadly consumed fruit in the globe. According to Indian philosophies, mangoes represent life (Mango is the national fruit of India) and is utilized in almost every sacred ritual, pujas, and festivals. Mango leaves are almost always used for festivals and wedding decorations. In North India ‘Chutney’ made from Indian mangoes is the original chutney and has become globally popular. At present, India remains the world’s foremost producer of mangoes, but Thailand, China, Brazil and Mexico also nurture this highly valuable fruit. Especially Indian Mangoes are very sweet than any other countries because of soil. So, here we are going to explain health benefits of Mango. Let's see one by one. For below table shows the nutritional value of Mango.

Nutrition	Quantity (250 grams of Mango)
Calories	105
Vitamin C	76%
Vitamin A	25%
Vitamin B6 plus other B Vitamins	11%
Healthy probiotic fiber	9%
Copper	9%
Pottosium	7%
Magnesium	4%

Mango will alkalizes the body and act as Skin cleanser

According to Nutritionist mango is opulent in tartaric acid, malic acid and traces of citric acid that mainly help in preserving the alkali reserve of the body. Mangoes are considered to be one of the best skin cleansers, so it help you unblock your apertures and add brightness to the face. Mangoes are appropriate to any skin type. They help clear congested pores that cause spots. Just cut a mango into thin pieces and keep them on your face for 15 to 20 minutes and then take bath or wash your face and see the results. In Tamil Nadu Mangoes are mostly cultivated in Summar Season. So don't forget to eat Mangoes. Eat Healthy and Wealthy..! It amazing right..!

Mango keeps cholesterol in control

Indian Mango has great level of vitamin C, pectin and fibers that aid to lower serum fat levels. Fresh mango is a gorgeous source of potassium, which is a significant element of cell and body juices that helps to control heart rate and blood pressure. So, mango is considered to be doctor of Cholesterol. Indian Mangoes are have great amounts of pectin, a solvable nutritional fiber that competently subsidizes to lower cholesterol levels in the blood of human body. Pectin can also aids to prevent you from emerging prostate cancer. Newly, studies at The Institute for Food Research exposed that a compound within pectin syndicates with galectin 3 (protein).

Mango helps to reduce the weight loss and mango leaves regulates diabetes

Mango, is the rubbery fruit increases the digestive function of the body by burning additional calories, helping in weight loss. So eat mangos daily. Do you know one thing? Not only the fruit but the leaves of mangoes are vigorous too. For many people in India suffering from diabetes, in order to relieve in diabetes just boil 10-15 mango leaves in warm water and close it with a lid before going to bed. In the morning, drink the water on an empty stomach after filtering the leaves. Regular repetition of this method has shown optimistic results for diabetic patients in the management of their blood sugar levels. So, it will helpful to regulating your insulin levels.

Used for eye care, digestion and body scrub

Did you know that mango is ironic and rich in vitamin A.? Because the true is that one cup of sliced mangoes equals 25% intake of your daily need of vitamin A. So, mangoes help in encouraging good eye sight, and also fight dry eyes and prevent night blindness. Interesting thing is mango contains enzymes that aid in flouting down protein. The tough nature of mango helps in digestion and abolition. It is amusing in pre-biotic dietary fiber, vitamins and minerals. Make a glue of squashed mango, honey and milk and use as a body scrub, definitely you will feel that your skin is caring and smooth. So the benefits of Mangoes are humongous, tremendous, and immense in nature.

Heat stroke, & uses for hair care and skin, reduce kidney stones

When the sun is bogging you down this seasonal, just cut a mango in a juicer; add a little water and a tbsp. of sugar free or honey. This juice will immediately cool you down and prevent heat stroke. It also strengthens the immune system of the body. Mangoes have been considered as great for your hair because it contains vitamin A, a nutrient mandatory for sebum production that keeps hair moisturized. Vitamin A is also essential for the growth of all bodily tissues, including skin and hair. In Chinese medicine, mangoes are painstaking sweet and acid with a cooling energy also proficient of dropping the risk of kidney stone formation.

Mango aids to concentration and memory

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--%> Are you preparing for exam? Are you feeling your memory is poor? Don’t worry; this fruit is a fruit which is rich in glutamine acid– and significant protein for concentration and memory. So, mothers..! Feed mangoes to children who find it difficult to concentrate on studies. Okay.

Rich in iron which helps for women

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--%> Mango is a rich source of iron; hence it is considered to be one of the great natural solutions for peoples who suffering from anemia. Menopausal and pregnant women can coddle in mangoes as this will increase their iron levels and calcium at the same time.

Considered to be best Stomach Tonic

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--%> I suggest that, before going to bed put some 8 or 12 mango leaves in warm water and close it with lid. Next day morning, filter the water and drink it in empty stomach. Do this regularly. If you follow these tips definitely you will free from stomach related issues.

Helps to decrease heart disease

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--%> The fiber, potassium and vitamin content in mangoes all help to ward off heart disease. An increase in potassium intake along with a decrease in sodium intake is the most important dietary change that a person can make to reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease.

Mango - Health benefits