Mangosteen

Mangosteen has been used since ancient times as an effective treatment for many health conditions.

This Queen Of Fruits is more than just a cute name, read below to see just how unbelievable this fruit really is.  

 

Anti-Inflammatory

Mangosteen has long been used in Asia as a natural treatment for inflammatory issues. With research, scientists have been able to identify the mechanisms involved and the results are conclusive, this fruit works wonders for inflammation.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20181789/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19056479/

 

Anti-Cancer Potential 

One in every six deaths is attributed to cancer making it the second biggest killer behind cardiovascular disease. Diet, environment and genetics are just some of the contributing factors, but as we learn more about causes and detection it seems we're still no further ahead with treatments. As a result, scientists have begun to search outside the realm of conventional medicine and they've made some exciting discoveries.

Numerous in vitro studies have shown mangosteens ability to suppress and even kill multiple types of cancer cells due to its high xanthone content. More research is needed from human clinical trials, but the results are nothing short of promising. 

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22705325/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28108382/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24812621/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12932141/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24894151/

 

Neuroprotective Capabilities 

Research shows that mangosteen is a powerful neuroprotective. The basic role of a neuroprotective is to stop or slow the loss of neurons which can lead to some very serious consequences for your health.

https://europepmc.org/article/MED/16763395

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20232907/



Cardiovascular Health

There's quite literally nothing more important than protecting your heart, without it, well, you know the rest. Heart disease is the leading cause of deaths globally and the figures keep rising. 

According to the World Health Organization, most cardiovascular diseases can be prevented by addressing risk factors such as alcohol consumption, unhealthy diets, physical inactivity and tobacco use. 

This is great news for health-conscious individuals. Why? Because the data shows that when it comes to the worlds biggest killer, you are the one in control of your health.

For anyone looking to take control of their cardiovascular health naturally, check out the effects of mangosteen in the link below.  

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/51669743_Protective_Effect_of_a-Mangostin_on_Cardiac_Reperfusion_Damage_by_Attenuation_of_Oxidative_Stress

 

Insulin Resistance Inhibitor

Insulin resistance is a condition generally associated with excess body fat. It reduces your bodies ability to dispose of excess glucose, leading to issues such as metabolic syndrome, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease and type 2 diabetes. 

A study has shown that mangosteen is able to inhibit insulin resistance and inflammation in human adipocytes. 

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20181789/

 

Antiviral 

According to multiple studies, mangosteen has shown the ability to prevent and treat different types of viral infection. 

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20696581/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16948846/

 

Powerful Antioxidant

Antioxidants have gained a lot of attention in recent years due to their ability to eliminate or reduce the harmful effects of free radicals. Studies have shown mangosteens ability to scavenge free radicals and minimize the oxidative effects on healthy molecules. 

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20645756/

 

Anti-Acne

Of all the issues one could suffer, it seems nothing is worse than acne.

How many times have you made plans for the weekend, just to have them ruined by an unexpected breakout? The last thing on your mind is leaving the house. Don't worry, we've all been there. 

If you're looking for a better way to combat pimples then you're on the right track. Multiple studies have shown mangosteens ability to fight acne causing bacteria.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20516704/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20645837/

 

HIV Protection

A study has found that mangosteen has potent inhibitory effects against HIV-1 protease. Just remember, prevention is always better than treatment, safety first. 

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8792678/

 

Staphylococcus Inhibitor 

Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (Staph) is an antibiotic resistant bacteria found in many hospitals and health settings.

Staph is generally harmless, but when it's presented with the opportunity to enter the body through an open wound it can multiply and cause serious infections, especially in individuals with weakened immune systems. 

Mangosteen has shown the ability to inhibit staph infection. 

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15882206/

 

Weight Management 

If you're looking for tools in the fight against fat then you've come to the right place. A study found that mangosteen is an inhibitor of fatty acid synthase (FASN). Another benefit to FASN inhibitors is their ability to trigger apoptosis in cancer cells. Is there anything mangosteen can't do? 

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20817450/

 

We know, you read through a list like that and it doesn't seem real, but we can assure you, it is. 

Now there's only one question left to answer - why would you not include mangosteen in your diet?