History of Mango pickle
Pickles have been around for thousands of years, No one can hardly ever imagine an Indian platter without a spoonful of pickles whether it is for veg or non-veg meal.
Especially around this summer season, they are good for this mango pickle. Chinna rasalu are a few varieties that are used in the preparation of pickle. Homemade Spices like mustard powder and fenugreek powder, red chilli powder along with salt are used for this preparation. A lot of de-skinned garlic pods are added to the pickle which on marination gives a yummy taste. One can enjoy the flavour of these garlic pods and often they are washed off along with the mango pieces to enjoy the tanginess with a touch of spice as a snack to many children during summers.
Benefits of Mango Pickle:
King of fruits Mango is loved by all age groups of people for its sweet and aromatic taste. This taste refreshes your mind and makes new again your body with the benefits listed below
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Vitamin C: As per recent research, mangoes have more vitamin C than apples, bananas, lemons and oranges. Vitamin C content is excellent in treating blood disorders. Those who do not have the habit of consuming citrus fruits can try mangoes either raw or if you are hesitant to even do that, try adding it through cooked food.
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Prevents dehydration: Eating salted raw mangoes prevents excessive loss of water from the body and quenches your thirst by secreting more saliva. This leads to prevention of dehydration ultimately.
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Treats Gastro-intestinal disorder: It helps in restoring proper intestinal functions when consumed adequately.
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Gives energy: If you eat mango pickle at the end of your lunch, it gives you abundant energy and revives you from afternoon drowsiness.
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Liver protector: Raw green mango pickle increases the secretion of bile acids this eventually cleans intestines if there are any bacterial infections
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Prickly heat preventer: It has a lot of properties which prevents you from sun stroke.
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Improve hormonal health: With more amount of Vitamin B, it helps you to retain health. Helps in digestion and constipation problems.