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Health benefits of mangosteen include reduced
risk of cancer, inflammation, allergies and diabetes. It has antioxidant,
antifungal, antibacterial properties which help in protecting the body against
various health ailments and also boosts immune system. Mangosteen is beneficial
in maintaining healthy skin, weight management and providing relief from diarrhoea
and dysentery.
Anti-cancer properties: Health benefits of mangosteen include
anti-cancer properties. The pericarps of mangosteen contain xanthones which
exhibit anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effects. The xanthones
inhibit the cell growth in human colon cancer and as per a research study
conducted by Akao Y et al. they exhibit the potential to be developed as agents
to prevent cancer or can be used in combination with anti-cancer drugs for
beneficial effects.
Anti-inflammatory properties: Mangosteen has
been used as an anti-inflammatory agent since many years in Southeast Asian
countries. Scientific research study also showed that the extracts of
mangosteen have anti-allergy and anti-inflammatory properties and they inhibit
the release of histamine and prostaglandin which are associated with
inflammation in the human body.
Healthy skin: Mangosteen helps in maintaining
healthy skin. The anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-allergy
and anti-oxidant properties help in reducing risk of various conditions such as
skin inflammation, skin aging, eczema, allergies and bacterial infections.
Research studies have been carried out to ascertain the various benefits of
mangosteen for skin and one such study suggests that mangosteen has anti-skin
cancer properties and has the potential of being an anti-skin cancer agent.
Healthy immune system: Mangosteen is rich in
various nutrients, minerals, vitamins and xanthone which help in boosting the
immune system. These nutrients protect the body from various health ailments
that weaken the immune system.
Antioxidant properties: Mangosteen is among
the fruits that are known to contain powerful antioxidants that are useful to
the immune system and the entire body. These antioxidants contain cell boosters
that are referred to as xanthones which contain various properties that have medicinal
value. This is why mangosteen is termed as a healing fruit which can be used to
reverse to the effects of diseases that are associated with common man.
Medicinal use: Mangosteen with its
anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties is beneficial as a medicinal
drink and for quick healing of wounds. The leaves and bark of the tree can be
mixed with other medicinal herbs and applied to the wounds for a faster
recovery. The medicinal drink can be prepared by boiling the leaves and the
bark of the tree.
Diarrhoea and dysentery: Use of mangosteen is
beneficial in stomach disorders as well. The mangosteen pericarp and peel are
effective in providing relief from stomach disorders such as diarrhoea and
dysentery.
Menstrual problems: The roots of mangosteen
also provide health benefits. Mangosteen root helps in regulating menstrual
cycle in women.
Astringent properties: The bark and leaves of
the mangosteen tree exhibit astringent properties and are beneficial in curing
thrush or aphtha.
Cardio protective effect: Mangosteen may also
be helpful in reducing risk of stroke or myocardial infarction. Findings of a
study indicate the cardio protective effect of mangosteen on antioxidant tissue
defence system and lipid peroxidation during stroke.
Diabetes: Diabetes is a medical condition
that is also common in the modern society. Though it is manageable using
prescribed medication it can be a health risk especially if adequate
precautions are not taken. Mangosteen one natural remedy which is effective in
managing and maintaining blood sugar levels in the body
Weight loss: Incorporating mangosteen in diet
may be effective in weight loss. The various nutrients found in mangosteen also
ensure good health and well-being.
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