Do you know whether mango peel is edible?

Generally speaking, when we eat mangoes, it is not recommended to eat the mango skin. Although eating the mango skin will not have any effects, the taste is relatively bitter, so people generally don’t like to eat it. At the same time, it should be noted that people with a history of allergies are not suitable for eating mangoes.

It is not recommended to eat mango peel.

1. The main components of mango peel are pectin, fat, carbohydrates, vitamin C, etc. As far as its ingredients are concerned, it is non-toxic to the human body. But in terms of taste, mango peel is bitter, and I believe no one likes to eat mango peel.

2. Mango juice contains a lot of irritating substances such as fruit acid, amino acids, various proteins, etc. When eating mangoes, if you accidentally get the juice on your mouth, cheeks and other parts, it will irritate the skin and cause allergic reactions such as dermatitis. Special attention should be paid.

3. Mango peel contains histamine, which can easily cause allergies. Theoretically, mango is an allergy-inducing food. People with infectious diseases, skin diseases, and inflammatory symptoms will induce diseases or worsen their conditions if they eat "allergy-inducing foods." However, mango pulp is generally considered to be cool in nature, and has the effects of promoting salivation and quenching thirst, benefiting the stomach and stopping vomiting, and acting as a diuretic and relieving cough. It can relieve discomfort for people who are prone to motion sickness and seasickness.

Supplement: People with a history of allergies should minimize contact with mango stems and peels. It is best to peel the mango, cut the flesh into small pieces, and put it directly into the mouth instead of tearing it with your hands or chewing it with your teeth. After eating mangoes, you should rinse your mouth and wash your face in time to prevent the juice from remaining on the skin for a long time and causing an allergic reaction.