THE MAGIC OF THE MANGO

BETWEEN FLAVORS AND TASTE WE FIND THE MAGIC OF THE MANGO A FRUIT THAT SERVES AS A DESSERT AND HOME MEDICINE. DISCOVER THE BENEFITS OF EATING IT.

Mango is low in calories, provides the body with antioxidants, vitamin C and vitamin B5. Its main characteristic is its good flavor. Venezuela arrived in the seventeenth century, according to the reference made by the geographer Agustín Codazzi in 1841; the German naturalist Karl Apunn points out it in the vicinity of Puerto Cabello in 1849, and the botanist Adolfo Ernst saw it in Caracas in 1869. In our country, the tree has originated many varieties of mangoes and mangas. The former have more elongated shapes and smaller sizes than the latter.

Some healing properties of mango in terms of respiratory disorders. In the case of the flowers of the magician they help to dissolve the mucus in cases of colds and bronchitis thanks to the vitamin c that gives it mucolytic properties. The fluidification of the mucus reduces the retention of secretions and increases mucociliary clearance, thereby decreasing the frequency and intensity of cough.

Mango is also rich in vitamin A and C, it also has 25 different types of carotenoids which help strengthen the immune system. Mangos contain high amounts of beta-carotene, which contribute to their orange-yellow color, and have been shown to improve the functioning of the immune system. It should be noted that beta-carotene is a carotenoid, which is converted into vitamin A once inside the body.

For diabetics it is advisable to use the leaves of the mangoes. This helps regulate the production of insulin, allowing to keep diabetes under control, as well as its effects on the body. Some studies have shown that extracts of the mango leaf can prevent the degeneration of the retina produced by diabetic retinopathy.
Here are some remedies:

• consists of placing a few leaves in water and bring them to boiling point, leave it to rest all night, after its filtration consume it fasting in the morning.

• Wash and cut a mango in half. Extract your pulp and place it in a blender together with 1 glass of water and ¼ teaspoon of lemon juice. Blend for a moment. Strain and drink a glass at least 2 times a day.

• Remedy with mango for sore throat or canker sores Dissolve the mango juice in water in the ratio of 1 to 10. Make gargle with this preparation several times a day.

Not only it serves as to make home remedies it has multiple uses which are used as:
Mango wood is used for the manufacture of rural buildings, boxes, crates, plywood and furniture.
Due to the perenniality of its leaves, the luxuriance and large size of its crown, it is a tree that gives a lot of shade and therefore sow it in parks, gardens and squares.
The resinous substance secreted by all parts of the tree is used in home medicine.

Root powder and roasted seeds serve to eliminate intestinal parasites, and infusion of flowers is used for urinary tract infections.

It is also used in Ayurvedic medicines and cosmetic preparations.

In India they dry the green mango to obtain a powder or "Anchur" used to give acidity to the food when there are no lemons. A butter is extracted from the mango seed that is used in the manufacture of creams and soaps for its emollient properties.

In some regions of Asia they use the seed to exfoliate the body during bathing.

Mango masks help to exfoliate and soften any type of skin.
It is among the most important honey trees.

Some recommendations that can be highlighted:
When the mango does not reach the maturity of the fruit, that is to say it is green, they can be eaten, although in a small quantity, cut into pieces with salt, oil and lemon juice, preparing a salad that is very appetizing, at the same time It acts as a stomach stimulant. This salad can also be prepared in case the fruits are ripe.

Refrigeration will slow down the ripening process, so if you choose ripe fruit and do not plan to eat it immediately, you should place it in the refrigerator.

If you want the fruit to ripen faster, you can place it on newspaper and leave it at room temperature.
Finally, a very important recommendation: you should never drink wine or any other alcoholic beverage after having ingested this fruit; thus, safe gastrointestinal disorders are avoided.

REFERENCES
http://www.eluniversal.com/vida/121020/el-mango-es-el-rey-de-las-frutas
https://www.remediospopulares.com/picadura-de-avispa.html
https://temassobresalud.com/propiedades-curativas-mango/
https://www.botanical-online.com/mangospropiedadesmedicinales.htm
https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mucol%C3%ADtico