One of the world's most amazing superfruits is mangosteen, sometimes called the "the Queen of Fruits." Our raw Mangosteen powder is loaded with powerful antioxidants, anti-inflammatory and antibiotic compounds. Scientific research shows that Mangosteen contains a class of naturally occurring polyphenol compounds known as xanthones. These xanthones are found in the ripe dark purple rind (called pericarp) of the fruit. The rind of partially ripe Mangosteen fruit yields a polyhydroxy-xanthone derivative termed mangostin, also beta-mangostin. Fully ripe fruits contains the xanthones gartanin, beta-disoxygartanin and normangostin.

According to research reported in professional journals such as Free Radical Research and the Journal of Pharmacology, these amazing Xanthones have a remarkably beneficial effect on cardiovascular health. They also have properties which help to heal cells damaged by free radicals, slow aging and ward off degenerative diseases and physical and mental deterioration. Xanthones also demonstrate the most powerful antioxidantive properties found in nature as well as being naturally antibiotic, antiviral and anti-inflammatory.

For hundreds of years the people of Southeast Asia have used the Mangosteen, especially the rind (called the pericarp) to ward off and treat infections, reduce pain, control fevers and boost weakened immune systems. The pericarp can also be made into an ointment and applied to eczema and other skin disorders. Many of the other health benefits of xanthones from the Mangosteen can be expressed in terms of how they act against various ailments.

Some possible benefits of our Raw Mangosteen powder may include:

● Boosting the immune system
● Reducing fatigue
● Promoting cardiovascular health
● Fighting obesity
● Controlling fevers
● Elevating mood
● Reducing eczema & other skin disorders
● Reducing vertigo
● Encouraging healthy gums
● Combating infections
● Promoting healthy joints
● Reducing pain
● Nourishing the brain & nervous system
● Supporting the bodies natural defense against inflammation

Our whole fruit raw Mangosteen powder is made from both the fruit and the pericarp so it provides all the benefits this amazing fruit has to offer. Our Mangosteen powder has an incredible 1780 ORAC score per gram! Organic certification pending. GMO free.

Suggested Use: Mix 1 to 2 teaspoons with juice, yogurt or add to your favorite smoothie.

Botanical Name: Garcinia mangostana

Other Names: mung-koot, manggis, mangostan, mangis

Origin: Thailand - Organic Certification Pending

Z Natural Foods strives to offer the highest quality organically grown, raw, vegan, gluten free, non-GMO products available and exclusively uses low temperature drying techniques to preserve all the vital enzymes and nutrients. Our Mangosteen powder passes our strict quality assurance which includes testing for botanical identity, heavy metals, chemicals and microbiological contaminants. ZNaturalFoods.com offers raw Mangosteen powder packaged in airtight stand-up, resealable foil pouches for optimum freshness. Once opened, just push the air out of the pouch before resealing it in order to preserve maximum potency. Keep your raw Mangosteen powder in a cool, dark, dry place.

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