Is it possible to indulge yourself in some delicious treats while staying healthy? How about enjoying tasty smoothies while detoxifying?
Your favorite avocado and mango can actually give you more than what you give them credit for. Let us take a look at some of their healthful benefits.
What health benefits can we get from avocado?
There’s a good reason why people love avocado. In addition to being tasty, it is totally healthy too. Some claim that it can help you lose weight, give your immune system a boost, and help you fight signs of aging, among others. But what do dietitians really say about avocados?
Trivia: Did you know that an avocado is considered a fruit, not a vegetable? In fact, according to California Avocado website, it is botanically considered a berry because of its fleshy pulp and large single seed, and it is a product of a tree.
Avocados are nutritiously packed with potassium, dietary fibers, and fats. Avocado oil is two-thirds monosaturated fatty acids, which lower bad cholesterol and increase good cholesterol in the body, according to the Dairy Council of California. Additionally, the monosaturated in the avocado facilitates weight loss. The fiber also contributes in the process. However, the real wonder is the abundance of potassium in the fruit, which is shown to promote a healthy heart.
How does mango make us healthy?
Another fruit that can do wonders in your body is mango. It is packed with nutrients and low in calories. Considered as “king of fruits” in some parts of the world, this drupe has been cultivated for over 4,000 years. It has hundreds of varieties, each with a different size, color, shape, and taste.
Did you know that mango is rich in polyphenols? These are plant compounds that function as antioxidants which include mangiferin, catechins, anthocyanins, quercetin, kaempferol, rhamnetin, benzoic acid and many others. The most interesting antioxidant in mango is zeaxanthin which protects the eyes from damage caused by macular degeneration. According to research, antioxidants play a major role in warding off free radicals, which have been linked to multiple signs of aging and chronic diseases.
A good amount of vitamin A that you get from mango supports skin and hair health. This works by increasing an oily substance called sebum, which gives moisture to hair. Overall, vitamin A is good for promoting growth of bodily tissues to keep you in top shape and give you that healthy glow.
Healthy ways to detoxify the body
We probably know that avocado is deliciously nutritious, but, admit it, we rarely think of it as a detox option. Yes, you read that right. Because of its ability to lower cholesterol and dilate blood vessels, avocado gets rid of artery-destroying toxicity. The glutathione present in the fruit is also medically shown to block at least thirty different carcinogens as it helps your liver detoxify harmful chemicals, strengthening your immune system and helping you achieve beauty from within.
More and more people are also considering mango detox. Here’s a list of benefits you can get from mango:
- Boosts immune system with abundant vit. A and C
- Lowers cholesterol with its high fiber content and vit. C
- Improves appearance of pores and pimples for a clearer skin
- Improves eye health with vit. A
- Alkalizes the body with tartaric acid, malic acid, and trace citric acid
- Increases libido for healthier sex
- Normalizes insulin levels to help with diabetes
- Cools down the body to prevent heat stroke
- Promotes healthy digestion with its fiber
- Regulates blood pressure with its vitamin contents
Mango Avocado Smoothie
If you are looking for another delicious but perfectly healthy treat, then you should try the Mango Avocado Smoothie by Recipe.com. This delectable, paleo-approved smoothie only needs 3 minutes to prepare.
Ingredients
- 1 Large Avocado
- 1 Large Mango
- 1 Large Banana
- 450 ml Coconut Milk
- 1 Tbsp Maple Syrup
Procedure
- Set up the blender. Make sure that it’s thoroughly clean.
- Put sliced banana, maple syrup, and a can of coconut milk into the blender. Blend until smooth.
- Set aside half of it in a separate container.
- Add sliced mango into the blender and blend until smooth.
- Pour them into smoothie cups.
- Clean the blender.
- Load sliced mango together with the spare base mixed that was set aside. Blend again.
- Pour the mango mixture over the mango mixture and then serve.
Note: You can add other fruits and blend!
