The mangosteen is a tree that has a fruit known as mangosteen, although it is also known as mangosteen; The scientific name of this tree is Garcinia mangostana and it comes from Indonesia. This fruit has a peculiar color and a flavor quite similar to that of soursop. On the other hand, it should be mentioned that the fruit is very little known despite having various nutrients in its composition.
The fruit known as mangosteen or mangosteen, has in its structure a series of proteins and minerals that serve to treat diseases such as: kidney stone formation, fluid retention, skin diseases, and also works very well to treat disorders mental as for example: depression and lack of concentration. Finally, it should be mentioned that the mangosteen is also useful in the kitchen and is that with it many things can be prepared, among which we can mention: juices, jams, compotes and desserts.
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Mangosteen benefits
Mangosteen can be used to treat various diseases or it can simply be consumed to acquire its various proteins, it is important that the consumer knows its benefits well, among which are the following:
It helps you lose weight
Due to its large amounts of vitamin C, mangosteen can work very well for those who want to lose weight, it is also low in calories, therefore, it is an excellent fruit to consume in diets, without the risk of gaining weight. It also has xanthones, which are a kind of molecules that are responsible for improving metabolism.
Prevent asthma
Asthma is an inflammatory problem in the respiratory system and the mangosteen fruit has various anti-inflammatory properties that help fight this disease.
Avoid heart disease
Heart disease generally occurs when there is some type of change in the blood vessels that supply the heart; Due to the large amount of antioxidants that mangosteen has, it can prevent blood vessels from losing elasticity, therefore, consuming a quantity of mangosteen can help keep the vessels found in the heart healthy and avoid a wide variety of diseases cardiac.
Avoid depression
The mangosteen fruit is used to raise the spirits or avoid depression because it has an amino acid that is responsible for releasing serotonin, which is known as tryptophan, due to this release of serotonins in the body, it can raise the moods or can even cause a feeling of well-being, since serotonin is responsible for the individual’s mood.
Improves skin
Applying a layer of the mangosteen fruit to the area affected by acne, eczema, or dermatitis has been shown to relieve or reduce discomfort, itching, or lessen the skin rash. It should be noted that this method is very good, since it is totally natural and will not cause any side effects in the covered area, it also works very well as a healing.
Prevents kidney stones
The formation of stones in the kidney can be avoided by consuming at least 3 ounces of mangosteen, this is due to the diuretic action that this fruit has. When ingesting this fruit, it will be noted that the urination of the body will increase, which will prevent these fluids from being stored in the kidney that form the stones.
Lowers cholesterol level
Due to the amount of fiber that magistan has, it can be concluded that it helps to maintain an adequate level of cholesterol, however, xanthones also help to keep the level of cholesterol low, because they prevent the formation of fibrous plaques , which are formed when the level of oxidation of LDL (bad cholesterol) is high.
Improves digestion and prevents constipation
Due to the amounts of fiber and vitamin C that the fruit has, its consumption is restarted to improve digestion, because the union of both nutrients makes this process much faster and easier, and also prevents constipation, due to the same properties mentioned above.
Prevents diabetes
Due to the series of properties that the mangosteen fruit has, it can be determined efficient to combat diabetes, because most of the actions it generates in the body counteract the probability of suffering from diabetes, because it regulates the level of sugar, helps to have a better digestion, increases the level of energy in the body and also works as an anti-inflammatory, which is ideal to avoid type II diabetes.
Mangosteen properties
As mentioned, the mangosteen fruit has a wide variety of nutrients and vitamins that act in an incredible way in the body, therefore, this fruit stands out among the rest, due to its properties.
One of its most outstanding qualities should be mentioned is that it has xanthones, which act as a great antioxidant in the body, and can also work in other ways in the body, although its main function is to act as an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. On the other hand, other of its properties are:
- Hydroxycitric acid.
- Iron.
- Match.
- Magnesium.
- Potassium,
- C vitamin.
- Fiber.
- Football.
- Various vitamins of group B.
Side effects of consuming mangosteen fruit
It was determined that excessive consumption of mangosteen could cause serious discomfort to the body, such as: insomnia, stomach upset, abdominal pain, muscle pain, headache, joint pain, among others. However, this occurs when more than the amount allowed by the body is consumed.
Almost all of these effects are temporary, that is; It is not to be alarmed, however, it is delicate because if the person has low defenses, it could become another disease of greater severity, on the other hand, if these side effects persist, it is advisable to stop consuming the fruit and attend a doctor for a check-up as soon as possible.
Mangosteen precautions and contraindications
- It should be taken into account that due to the high amount of nutrients that this fruit has, it is mandatory to consult a doctor before starting to consume it constantly.
- Pregnant women and even people who are following some type of treatment that has anticoagulants should avoid consuming mangosteen.
- It should be noted that those people who suffer from acute inflammation should have controlled the consumption of the fruit and study how it acts in their body, if not affected, the amount of ounces can be increased.
- Diabetic people must be aware of how the nutrients in the fruit react in the body, because it can alter glucose levels, depending on how it reacts in the body, they can increase or decrease.
Conclusions about the mangosteen
The fruit of the mangosteen tree has a wide variety of benefits to contribute to the human body, however, this fruit cannot be consumed without knowing the side effects and precautions to take into account, on the other hand, thanks to its large amount of Protein can be of benefit to those who suffer from the diseases mentioned above.
It is recommended to consult a nutritionist before starting to consume the fruit, unless it is known exactly how harmful it can be in case of exceeding its consumption.
Dr. Samantha Robson ( CRN: 0510146-5) is a nutritionist and website content reviewer related to her area of expertise. With a postgraduate degree in Nutrition from The University of Arizona, she is a specialist in Sports Nutrition from Oxford University and is also a member of the International Society of Sports Nutrition.