Not only the fruit… the health benefits of mango leaves

Many people know the great nutritional benefits of mango fruit and enjoy its delicious taste, but what many people do not know is that mango leaves also have many health benefits.

Health Shots stated that mango leaves are full of vitamins A, B and C, and are rich in many nutrients, and have strong antioxidant properties because they contain a high percentage of flavonoids and phenols, and they are also full of medicinal properties that can treat many health problems.
The report stated that mango leaves help in weight loss because they contain the enzyme papain and the hormone leptin, both of which are known to promote digestion and regulate the accumulation of fat in the body, and thus they are able to manage diabetes and balance blood sugar levels in diabetics due to the presence of tannins called anthocyanins, which help in the treatment of early diabetes mellitus.

Mango leaves strengthen blood vessels, which helps to solve blood pressure problems, and their richness in antioxidants in the form of polyphenols and terpenoids prevents damage caused by free radicals, which can destroy cells and lead to diseases such as cancer and many other disorders.

Mango leaf powder is used topically when it comes to skin problems such as burns and rashes. Mango leaf extract reduces the signs of skin aging due to its antioxidant content. The flavonoids present in mango leaves delay the appearance of premature graying of the hair. Nutrients such as vitamins A and C also enhance Collagen production and maintains healthy hair growth.

Experts considered that the richness of mango leaves with compounds with terpenoids and polyphenols reduces cell inflammation in the body, thus protecting the anti-inflammatory properties of mango leaves from Alzheimer’s disease.

Experts confirmed that mango leaves are very healthy for consumption, and they are soft and can be eaten, but tea is one of the most common ways to eat mango leaves, and it is used to cook a number of dishes, but many people prefer the powdered form of mango leaves that can be mixed with water and consumed as a drink.