There is a lot of controversy about the best mango in the world. Some glorify – a magnificent fruit from which is grown in the province. It is extremely sweet and is known as “honey mango”. Others – the majority – praise just Thai yellow (). It is very juicy and in the season from June to July just comes out with aromatic juice. There are adherents hailing from the tropical c. By the way, it is recommended to keep it in the refrigerator before eating.
Gourmets prefer the fruit from the Philippine island. It is these fruits that are sent to the table in and. The inhabitants of the island take their mango quite seriously. It is even forbidden to import other mangoes here, so as not to disturb the isolation of local fruit plantations.
It all began in 1581, when Spanish missionaries settled on the island in an attempt to convert the natives to their faith. It was they who drew attention to the Guimaras mango. Until now, the followers of those Catholics, in one of the Trappist monasteries, in a small factory prepare jams, jellies, pasta from the fruit, and also dry mangoes for the production of chips.
The peak of collection of the main island specialty falls on the middle of May (this year). It is at this time that he reaches the peak of his taste. In honor of such an event, the (Manggahan Festival) takes place on the island. By paying the registration fee (100 Philippine dollars equal to about 120 rubles), each guest of the holiday can eat unlimited mango for 30 minutes. In addition, a dance show, fireworks, a marathon and other spectacular and vivid events are held within the framework of the festival.
Mango contains proteins, carbohydrates, fiber, vitamins A and B, large amounts of beta-carotene, organic acids, potassium, calcium, magnesium, zinc. In terms of vitamin C content, mango juice is close to prunes and lingonberries, and it contains more vitamin A than orange. Regular consumption of mango juice stabilizes intestinal function, increases hemoglobin and helps to cope with inflammation of the gums and oral mucosa, strengthens the body’s defenses against flu and colds.
Mango juice is drunk before meals for better digestion of food, especially meat and rich in fiber.