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Mangosteen for Your Weight Loss, Heart Health, and Other Great Benefits

Mangosteen for Your Weight Loss, Heart Health, and Other Great Benefits

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Mangosteen or Garcinia mangostana is often seen in Southeast Asian countries, but this fruit is also available in some African regions. The unique appearance of the purple fruit and the unique taste make mangosteen a favorite, especially in the Orient.

Mangosteen is one of the fruits that are not only acclaimed for its flavor, but also for its medicinal uses. In many Asian countries, it has been a part of traditional medicine for such a long time. In fact, its health benefits have been quite known since the 18th century and these benefits include:

1. Rich Source of Antioxidants

There are scientific studies that proved mangosteen is rich in antioxidants, including two types of xanthones: alpha and gamma xanthones. This particular antioxidant, along with its derivatives, has multiple benefits, such as fighting inflammation. Xanthones is actually very effective against cardiovascular diseases. Additionally, these antioxidants are bale to heal the cells that have been affected by free radicals. They also help slow down aging, while preventing the development of degenerative diseases.

2. Good for Weight Loss

You can add mangosteen to your diet if you’re aiming to lose a little bit of weight. It has low levels of calories and has no cholesterol and saturated fats.

3. High in Vitamin C

For every 100g, you get 12% of Vitamin C RDA. This vitamin is known for helping us ward off infections and diseases. It is also an antioxidant that scavenges free radicals to keep us away from inflammatory diseases.

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