Xanthones are a unique class of phytoceuticals that mangosteen posesses. These are potent antioxidants that combat free radical damage and research shows they are also effective at inhibiting inflammation.
The mangosteen is versatile because of its unique chemical makeup. The fruit contains approximately 40 xanthones (over 200 known xanthones exist in nature). Each different type of xanthone has a unique chemical accessory known as a side chain. This side chain enables the xanthone to perform a specific biologic function. For example, gamma mangostin is an anti-inflammatory, alpha-mangostin is an antioxidant and Garconone E is an anti-tumor agent.
Mangosteen juice made from the whole fruit is just as safe as drinking apple or orange juice. For centuries, people have used mangosteen without incident, and laboratory evidence also confirms its overall safety. So far no food-drug interactions have been reported and no adverse effects have been encountered.
Of course, it is recommended that you always consult your medical practitioner before using any food supplement, and that you do not stop taking any medications you are currently taking.
