Purple mangosteen

Mangosteen or purple mangosteen is the common name of a luscious fruit, which is scientifically termed Garcinia mangostana. Purple mangosteen is a plant native to Southeast Asia. It has sweet and tangy, juicy, somewhat fibrous, fluid-filled vesicles, with an inedible, deep reddish-purple-colored rind. Seeds are both almond-shaped and -sized. The fruits are the size of a small orange, round or flattened on the ends.

Purple mangosteen is a tropical tree and must be grown in consistently warm conditions, as exposure to temperatures below 0 C (32 F) for prolonged periods will usually kill a mature plant. They are known to recover from brief cold spells rather well, often with damage only to young growth.

Nutrition

Purple mangosteen is inherently low in calories, aiding in weight loss regimes, and provides natural sugars that can be easily absorbed and supply instant energy. It also contains fibers that aid in digestion while the noteworthy amounts of B vitamins elevate metabolism. In addition, mangosteen is plentiful in vitamin C, which aids in speeding up wound healing, as well as strong antioxidants, which prevent injury to body cells.

The unique properties of mangosteen have made it a preferred summer fruit for many, to reap its amazing advantages for physical and mental well-being.

Health Advantages

Purple mangosteen has several advantages for overall well being that includes:

• Promotes Heart Health
• Boosts Immune Function
• Relieves Body Pain
• Enhances Brain Activity
• Slows Down Ageing
• Lowers Blood Sugar Levels
• Nourishes Skin Tissues
• Prevents Incidence Of Cancer

Precautions

Mangosteen fruit is best and consumed only when fresh. Avoid stocking the fruit because it will look old, dry, and blotched.

It may cause allergies in some people and hence it is advised for you to steer clear of this fruit, in case you are prone to hypersensitivity.

Mangosteen is generally not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Always consult your doctor before consuming the fruit.