| Anti-cancer Properties | The pericarps of mangosteen contain xanthones which exhibit anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, and anti-bacterial effects. [3] The xanthones inhibit the cell growth in human colon cancer and as per a research published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology, they exhibit the potential to be developed as agents to prevent cancer or can be used in combination with anti-cancer drugs for beneficial effects. |
| Anti-inflammatory Properties | It has been used as an anti-inflammatory agent for many years in Southeast Asian countries. The extracts of mangosteen have anti-allergy and anti-inflammatory properties and they inhibit the release of histamine and prostaglandin which are associated with inflammation in the body. |
| Skin Care | Research has been carried out to ascertain the various benefits of this fruit on the skin. A study cited in the Food and Chemical Toxicology journal suggests that mangosteen has properties which can prevent skin cancer. [8] The anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-allergy, and anti-oxidant properties help in reducing the risk of various conditions such as skin inflammation, skin aging, eczema, allergies, and bacterial infections. |
