About Mangosteen
Mangosteen is the name referred to the evergreen mangosteen tree and the
mangosteen fruit. The tree is slow growing (6-24 meters high) and is indigenous to Southeast Asia. The mangosteen fruit is
round in shape, dark-purple, 2 to 3 inches in diameter and contains 4 to 8 segments of snow-white, delicious soft flesh.
The fruit may or may not contain seeds. Encasing the flesh is a purple skin 6 to 10 cm thick.
Because of its taste and medicinal properties, the mangosteen is often called "The Queen of Fruits". For
centuries, the mangosteen has been honored and cherished by the peoples of Southeast Asia.
Mangosteen as Herbal Medicine
Recent studies shows that the rind (skin) has anti-oxidant, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal
and anti-tumor properties. Initial results also reveals that mangosteen have anti-histamine and anti-inflammatory medicinal properties.
The active therapeutic compound found in mangosteen is called "Xanthones".
Xanthones provides many times more anti-oxidants than Vitamin C & E. Xanthones have been receiving much attention
lately from researchers and scientist for its medicinal value. It appears to benefit every organ of the body. The whole mangosteen
fruit is the single, best source of Xanthones.
The strong anti-oxidant properties of the mangosteen fruit fights free radicals in the body. This helps strengthen
the immune system, promote joint and cartilage function, helps support a strong respiratory system and helps maintain good health. | 
