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NDTV
09-05-2025
- Health
- NDTV
Nutritionist Busts Common Myths About Mangoes
The mango season is upon us. The fruit, known for its sweet and juicy flavours, offers several health advantages. Even then, there are still a number of myths around the consumption of mangoes. While some people believe that mangoes can lead to weight gain, others avoid eating it to prevent acne. Nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar busts these myths in her latest social media post. In a video shared on Instagram, Rujuta says, "Mango doesn't cause diabetes, mango doesn't cause obesity, mango doesn't even cause skin breakouts. Soak your mango for half an hour and then have your mango." Sharing its benefits, she added, "It is delicious. It is full of sweetness, pulp, fibre, antioxidants and polyphenols. All the stuff that you are looking for in different wellness products is in this natural fruit." The side note read, "A mango a day, keeps sadness at bay. Some things are worth repeating - 1. The mango is good for you. 2. The mango doesn't cause diabetes or put you at risk of elevated blood sugars. 3. Even the American Diabetic Association recommends mango when it's in season. 4. Repeat. Misinformation is bad for health, mango is not. Go ahead and sink your teeth in and devour the mango." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rujuta Diwekar (@ In her previous Instagram post, Rujuta Diwekar shared some other benefits of mango. She mentioned that people choose oats for fibre, while green tea is often considered the best option for polyphenols. Also, dark chocolate is preferred to load the diet with antioxidants. Rujuta added that you can get all these in one fruit and that is mango. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rujuta Diwekar (@ Mangoes are loaded with fibre, carbs, vitamin C, folate, copper, vitamin B6, vitamin E, potassium and many other essential nutrients. Eating mangoes is also good for your heart, digestive system and your eyes. Disclaimer: This content including advice provides generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for a qualified medical opinion. Always consult a specialist or your own doctor for more information. NDTV does not claim responsibility for this information.
Hindustan Times
09-05-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar shares why you should eat mango in summer: ‘Mango a day keeps sadness at bay'
Rujuta Diwekar's new post explains the goodness of mango in a nutshell. In an Instagram video she posted on May 7, the celebrity nutritionist, who has worked with actor Kareena Kapoor for years, shared the benefits of eating mango in summer. Rujuta also gave an overview of mango's nutritional content and shared tips on how to enjoy it. Also read | Mango myths debunked: Nutritionist shares correct ways to eat the 'king of summers' You might think eating mango could be worrisome for people with diabetes, or for those who are trying to limit their sugar intake. However, Rujuta Diwekar shared that no evidence suggests that eating fresh mango leads to diabetes or is unhealthy for people who are watching their weight. She added mangoes are also a good source of fibre, antioxidants and polyphenols (which may have anticancer properties). She said, 'This video is your yearly reminder that it is summer and you should be eating mango. It does not cause diabetes and obesity; it does not cause even cause skin breakouts. Soak your mango for half an hour, and then have your mango. Mango is delicious. It is full of sweetness, pulp, fibre, antioxidants, polyphenols – all the stuff that you are really looking for in different wellness products is in this natural fruit.' A post shared by Rujuta Diwekar (@ Rujuta added, 'In a world which has lost the art of pining and romance, there is one thing that we still wait for – we wait for the mango season, we wait for the mango to naturally ripen. We wait for the mango, and cut it open and have its delicious taste, juice and flavour. Don't deprive yourself of that because a mango a day keeps sadness at bay. We all need that.' In her caption, she shared, 'Misinformation is bad for health, mango is not. Go ahead and sink your teeth in and devour the mango.' Rujuta added that 'some things are worth repeating', and wrote: 1. The mango is good for you 2. The mango doesn't cause diabetes or put you at a risk of elevated blood sugars 3. Even the American Diabetic Association recommends mango when it's in season 4. Repeat Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
