Eating dried mango is a sweet and easy way to increase your overall nutrient intake. It’s also a convenient snack to have on hand whenever you get hungry.
What is Dried Mango?
As the name implies, dried mango is a dried form of the mango fruit, which comes from the mango tree bearing the scientific name Mangifera indica. These fruits are dried naturally or dehydrated and are then exported around the world, maintaining a much longer shelf life once all of the water has been removed. Dried mango is one of the most popular types of dried fruit, but should also be eaten in moderation. Remember, dried fruit tends to be high in calories as opposed to its fresh-fruit counterpart. [1]
| Serving Size : | |
|---|---|
| Nutrient | Value |
| Water [g] | 16.6 |
| Energy | 319 |
| Energy [kJ] | 1336 |
| Protein [g] | 2.45 |
| Total lipid (fat) [g] | 1.18 |
| Ash [g] | 1.19 |
| Carbohydrate, by difference [g] | 78.58 |
| Fiber, total dietary [g] | 2.4 |
| Sugars, total including NLEA [g] | 66.27 |
| Iron, Fe [mg] | 0.23 |
| Magnesium, Mg [mg] | 20 |
| Phosphorus, P [mg] | 50 |
| Potassium, K [mg] | 279 |
| Sodium, Na [mg] | 162 |
| Zinc, Zn [mg] | 0.3 |
| Copper, Cu [mg] | 0.3 |
| Manganese, Mn [mg] | 10 |
| Selenium, Se [µg] | 2.1 |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid [mg] | 42.3 |
| Thiamin [mg] | 0.06 |
| Riboflavin [mg] | 0.09 |
| Niacin [mg] | 2 |
| Vitamin B-6 [mg] | 0.33 |
| Folate, total [µg] | 68 |
| Folate, food [µg] | 68 |
| Folate, DFE [µg] | 68 |
| Choline, total [mg] | 23.7 |
| Vitamin A, RAE [µg] | 67 |
| Carotene, beta [µg] | 786 |
| Carotene, alpha [µg] | 11 |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta [µg] | 29 |
| Vitamin A, IU [IU] | 1343 |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin [µg] | 52 |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) [mg] | 4.02 |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) [µg] | 13.2 |
| Fatty acids, total saturated [g] | 0.29 |
| 12:0 [g] | 0 |
| 14:0 [g] | 0.04 |
| 16:0 [g] | 0.23 |
| 18:0 [g] | 0.01 |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated [g] | 0.44 |
| 16:1 [g] | 0.21 |
| 18:1 [g] | 0.24 |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated [g] | 0.22 |
| 18:2 [g] | 0.06 |
| 18:3 [g] | 0.16 |
| Sources include : USDA [2] | |
Dried Mango Nutrition
Dried mango possesses several beneficial nutrients, including vitamin A, which, along with other nutrients, helps to regulate metabolism, as well as calcium and iron. Dried mango has a minimal amount of vitamin C as compared to that found in a fresh mango. During the drying process, water-soluble vitamins like vitamin C are lost. These fruits also contain about 2 grams of fiber in a 1/3-cup serving, as well as roughly 30 grams of sugar. A single serving of these sugar-dense fruits will also deliver about 160 calories, so eat in moderation. [3]
Dried Mango Benefits
Dried mango, being a good source of B-complex vitamins, helps boost energy and reduce stress. The fiber in it improves digestion and overall heart health. Other health benefits offered by these dried fruits include a better skin appearance, increased circulation, and weight loss.
May Improve Skin Care
There are quite a few active ingredients and antioxidants in dried mango that can help to soothe inflammation on the skin, promote regrowth, and minimize the appearance of wrinkles, blemishes, and age spots. Moderate consumption of such a nutrient-rich fruit can also help improve elasticity, which can help you look younger. [4]
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May Aid in Weight Loss
Although removing the water from mangos does make them less filling and more calorically-dense, dried mango is still a rich source of dietary fiber and a concentrated source of carbohydrates. This can help to quickly sate your appetite. Remember that with a high-calorie count, these fruits should always be eaten in moderation.
May Aid in Digestion
The dietary fiber present in these dried fruits can help to stimulate peristaltic motion and alleviate symptoms of constipation and diarrhea, while also balancing the bacterial levels in your gut. [5]
May Improve Bone Density
Assorted minerals and vitamins found in dried mangos can help to boost the bone mineral density and lower your risk of osteoporosis as you age. [6]
May Help Improve Vision
There is a decent amount of beta-carotene found in these fruits, which is a well-known antioxidant that can improve vision by reducing macular degeneration and slowing the onset of cataracts. [7]
May Boost Circulation
Moderate levels of iron mean that dried mango fruit can help soothe symptoms of anemia and boost overall circulation.
