Mangoes - Health Benefits

Mangoes are a good source of vitamins and minerals essential for the human body. It is an affordable and seasonal fruit. In India mangoes are grown widely in the southern belt. 'Alphonso' variety of mango which is exported world wide is cultivated in 'Ratnagiri' in the southern part of India. Mangoes can be eaten both raw and ripe. Raw mangoes have a sharp sour taste, while the ripe mangoes are juicy and sweet to eat. The fragrance of ripe mangoes tingles ones taste buds.

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Tomatoes - Redder the Better

Tomatoes are an integral part of all kitchens. It enhances the taste of the foods that it is added to. While choosing tomatoes always remember 'Redder the better'. listed are some of the health benefits of tomatoes.

Potent source of vitamin C.
Rich in antioxidant Lycopene.
Helps prevent prostrate cancers.
Nourishes the skin.

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Heart Burn

Heartburn or 'Pyrosis' is a painful or burning sensation in the esophagus, caused by gastric acid. There are many different circumstances that can promote acid reflux and heartburn. The esophagus is a one-way system, it is a long tube in the chest connects the mouth to the stomach. At the end of esophagus is a ring-like muscle that blocks the contents of the stomach from moving back up the esophagus. When this muscle becomes faulty the acid from the stomach travels back to the esophagus and causes irritation as it is a very sensitive tissue. This sensation is termed as heart burn.

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