GARCINIA MANGOSTEEN EXTRACT 40%

Mangosteen extract powder has abundant source of Xanthones which are powerful antioxidants. Antioxidant activity is balance for free radicals through your body. Xanthones are a biologically active compound of Super Antioxidants that are found in the Mangosteen fruit. Xanthones help the body's cells to function correctly and optimally. 

General Description 
The Mangosteen is tropical fruit considered to be one of the finest tasting fruits in the world. A very powerful antioxidant called Xanthones have been found within mangosteen. The Mangosteen fruit rind is initially a crisp green, ripening to deep purplish burgundy when fruit is ready to eat.The ripe mangosteen has a smooth, dark purple rind holding snow-white fruits inside. Mangosteen rind was found to have strong antioxidant activity, due to the presence of high content of prenylatedxanthone derivatives. 

Traditional uses 
According to European Journal of Pharmacology-“the effect of xanthones on different health concern have shown a positive impact on cardiovascular health, joint health, and a healthy inflammatory response, maintaining blood sugar in normal range”.The rind of mangosteen has been used in Thai indigenous medicine for the treatment of skin infection; wounds, dysentery and diarrhea for many years.Mangosteen also helps the immune system, improves joint flexibility and provides mental support. 

Active constituents 
Mangosteen contains more than 40 bioactive, natural chemical compounds called Xanthones. While all these Xanthones have similar molecular structures, each one has its own unique chemical composition that permits it to perform a specific function.Mangosteen also containscatechins, polysaccharides, Quinones, stilbenes and polyphenols. 

Nutraceutical application 
Mangosteen contains Alpha-mangostin which is a very potent anti-oxidant and is responsible for the herb’s nutritional and cosmetic benefits. The ORAC value of mangosteen is also very high. Mangosteen also works as an anti-bacterial agent.