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By Shereen Jegtvig, About.com

Updated June 17, 2007

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Mangos

Mangos

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About Mangos:

Mangos originated in Southeast Asia and are popular throughout the world. Mangos are packed with vitamin A from beta Carotene. Beta Carotene is an important anti-oxidant and vitamin A is needed for healthy vision. Mangos are also a great source of vitamin C.

Healthy Mango Recipes:

Nutrition Information for Mangos:

The following nutrition information is for one serving of mango. That would be about one cup of sliced mango, or 165 grams. This general information is for any variety of sliced raw mangos.

Macronutrients:

Water: 134.82 g

Calories: 107

Protein: 0.84 g

Carbohydrates: 28.05 g

Fiber: 3.0 g

Sugars: 24.42 g

Total Fat: 0.45 g

Saturated Fat: 0.109 g

Monounsaturated Fat: 0.167 g

Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.084 g

Cholesterol: 0 g

Micronutrients:

Calcium: 17 mg

Iron: 0.21 mg

Magnesium: 15 mg

Phosphorus: 18 mg

Potassium: 257 mg

Sodium: 3 mg

Zinc: 0.07 mg

Vitamin C: 45.7 mg

Thiamin: 0.096 mg

Riboflavin: 0.094 mg

Niacin: 0.964 mg

Pantothenic Acid: 0.264 mg

Vitamin B6: 0.221 mg

Vitamin B12: 0 mcg

Folate: 23 mcg

Vitamin A: 1262 IU

Vitamin E: 1.85 mg

Vitamin K: 6.9 mcg

Phytonutrients:

beta Carotene: 734 mcg

beta Cryptoxanthin: 18 mcg

Lycopene: 0 mcg

Lutein and Zeaxanthin: 0 mcg

Source of Information:

USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference

Notes:

Abbreviations:

  • g = gram
  • mg = milligram
  • mcg = microgram
  • IU = International Unit
Nutrient Recommendation Information:

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