Mangosteen Fruit Powder – Organic

Organic Mangosteen Powder is made from the dried and finely ground rind of the mangosteen fruit, a tropical delicacy native to Southeast Asia. With its naturally sweet and tangy flavor, it blends smoothly into smoothies, juices, yogurt, oatmeal, and desserts.

Convenient and shelf-stable, this versatile powder can also be sprinkled into sauces, dressings, or salads for a bright fruity twist. A unique ingredient with a refreshing taste, mangosteen powder adds tropical flair to both sweet and savory recipes.

Organic Mangosteen Fruit Powder

Z Natural Foods takes pride in bringing our customers a wide range of foods worldwide in their most versatile form, and our Organic Mangosteen Fruit Powder is no exception.

Our Mangosteen powder is created through a careful process that preserves the fruit’s natural nutrients and flavors. 

When a food powder is made, it produces a shelf-stable end product that creates exceptional versatility. Indeed, a powder is not the same as eating a food in its original form. However, the idea that we can’t replace that food with a powder to deliver its unique qualities is untrue.

Our mangosteen fruit powder has a unique flavor profile that makes you think you are on a tropical island when consumed. Its unique combination of sweetness and tartness speaks to its versatility, allowing for a wide array of applications to create exciting new palate-pleasing experiences.

Our mission is to provide the customer with great-tasting, highly functional foods with limitless application in their most versatile form to support a variety of lifestyles. 

So, we proudly introduce the newest member of our diverse functional food line, Z Natural Foods Organic Mangosteen Fruit Powder. 

Fun and exciting facts about Mangosteens

1. Mangosteen is known as the queen of fruits, and mangoes are known as the king of fruits. However, they are not related to each other.
2. Mangosteens was named queen of fruits because Queen Victoria would grant knighthood to anyone who brought her one.
3. Mangosteen is an apomictic plant which means it produces fruit without pollination.
4. Mangosteens are considered a high-maintenance fruit because they are an ultratropical evergreen tree that thrives only 20 degrees from the equator and needs an annual rainfall of at least 50 inches.
5. Mangosteens don’t improve with time and should be eaten soon after purchase.
6. Mangosteen trees take 8-10 years to begin producing fruit, but many produce fruit for up to 100 years. An adult tree yields up to 1500 fruits per season.
7. Mangosteen plants only produce good crops in alternate years.
8. It is not common to see mangosteens on display in upper-class hotels because they tend to leave a nasty red stain.
9. Until 2007, Asian mangosteen was banned from the United States due to the fear of introducing the Asian fruit fly.
10. Mangosteen was believed to be an offering from the Mekong Delta for the Minh Mang emperor. When he realized its value, the emperor decided to grow it and change its name. Therefore, it became the luxury fruit used for the royal family, meaning “pearl of God.”
11. Mangosteen is the national fruit of Thailand.
12. Garcinia mangostana is the true mangosteen. However, garcinia xanthochymus, otherwise known as false mangosteen, is yellow in color and sour in taste and is most often found in India.
13. When picking the perfect mangosteens, choose those with a bright green and glossy stem.

Mangosteen Fruit: A (TCM) Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective 

Traditional Chinese Medicine looks at foods and herbs differently than Western medicine. According to TCM, they are not defined as healthy or unhealthy but, instead, if it is the right food or herb for an individual at a specific time. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), all foods and herbs have energy.

TCM teaches us that foods and herbs have Yin/ Yang energy, five temperatures, five flavors, and four directions. In these principles, Yin and Yang’s action is the general property, and temperature is the extremeness of the properties. In simple terms, Yin is cooling, builds blood, and has downward moving energy. Yang is warming, energizing, and has upward-moving energy.

While mangosteen is not a significant player in Traditional Chinese Medicine, it is always valuable to examine the energy of any food to help determine whether or when it is appropriate to consume it.

As you browse the internet, you may find that mangosteen is considered one of the most cooling foods from a TCM perspective. But what exactly does that mean? When heat is present, it suggests an excess of Yang energy. Heat excess may present as redness in the face, ulcers in the mouth, constipation, and a preference for cold food and drinks, just to name a few.

When there is an excess of cold, it indicates a Yin excess. This condition may present with symptoms like a pale face, intolerance to cold, cold hands and feet, and a preference for hot food and drinks.  Remember, as stated above, Yin and Yang’s action is the general property, and temperature is the extremeness of the properties. In simple terms, Yin is cooling, builds blood, and has downward moving energy. Yang is warming, energizing, and has upward-moving energy.

Mangosteen builds yin properties for those with a yang excess condition (too much heat). In this case, the principle of temperatures in TCM is not necessarily to bring the yang down but to build the yin to create a more balanced internal environment. Based on its cooling energy, mangosteen is believed to enter through the stomach, liver, heart, and lung channels.

Mangosteen: A Western Perspective

The power of polyphenols

Many health experts believe a diet focused on high amounts of flavonoids is critical to supporting a healthy aging process because these compounds are known as nature’s biological response modifiers.

There are over 8,000 different types of flavonoids found in nature. Based on the research, it does not seem to matter if you acquire them from food or supplements; what counts is the total daily amount you consume. These experts believe we should consume at least 2000 milligrams of flavonoids daily sourced from various foods and supplements.

Polyphenols are a term used to describe a general category of compounds found in a broad spectrum of fruits, vegetables, and tea that work as “reducing agents” along with other compounds known as antioxidants to support a healthy inflammation response and the body’s ability to protect and repair damaged tissue caused by oxidative stress.

While over 8,000 polyphenols have been identified, some of the most common are flavonoids, flavonols, and anthocyanins. The importance of discussing these various compounds allows you to more clearly understand the wide range and complexity of nourishment you are getting from these powerful foods.

Xanthones: The King Polyphenol in Mangosteens

Xanthones are a part of the tricyclic family of polyphenols consisting of two benzene rings attached through a carbonyl group. There are 68 mangosteen xanthones identified so far; the most widely studied are α-mangosteen and γ-mangostin.

Xanthones have the ability to bind to various receptors like COX (responsible for the synthesis of prostaglandins), Protein Kinase (regulates cell growth), and Topoisomerase (responsible for relieving pressure and preventing DNA from getting tangled).

Xanthones are isolated from natural sources and classified into six main groups: Simple Xanthones, Xanthones Glycosides, Prenylated Xanthones, Xanthonolignoids, Bis Xanthones, and Miscellaneous Xanthones. Tricyclic compounds are common among antidepressants.

What the science says about Mongosteen

The following was stated in a review discussing the therapeutic potential of mangosteen pericarp as an adjunctive therapy for bipolar disorder and schizophrenia:

1. Research to date demonstrates that the neurobiological properties of the mangosteen pericarp are well aligned with the current understanding of the pathophysiology of bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.
2. Mangosteen pericarp has antioxidant, putative neuroprotective, anti-inflammatory, and putative mitochondrial-enhancing properties.
3. Animal studies have demonstrated favorable pharmacotherapeutic benefits for these disorders.

Therefore, it was concluded that “this review summarizes evidence of its properties and supports the case for future studies to assess the utility of mangosteen pericarp as an adjunctive treatment option for mood and psychotic disorders.”

1. The following was stated in another review discussing mangosteen pericarp and its bioactive xanthones’ potential therapeutic value in Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and Depression.
2. Mangosteen pericarp and its xanthones may provide therapeutic advantages for these disorders.
3. MP-derived agents have shown multifunctional effects, including neuroprotective, antioxidant, and anti-neuroinflammatory actions. They target specific disease pathologies, such as amyloid beta production and deposition as well as cholinergic dysfunction in AD; α-synuclein aggregation in PD; and modulation of monoamine disturbance in depression.
4. The xanthone derivatives, including α-mangostin and γ-mangostin, exhibit potent pharmacological actions.
5. Low oral bioavailability and poor brain penetration may limit their therapeutic applications. These challenges can be overcome partly by administering as a form of MP extract (MPE) or using specific carrier systems.
6. Furthermore, mangosteen-based products are safe for humans.

Therefore, it was concluded that ”MPE and its bioactive xanthones are promising candidates for the treatment of AD, PD, and depression. Further studies, including clinical trials, are essential to decipher their efficacy and pharmacokinetic and safety profiles in these disorders.”

Summary of Important Information

Z Natural Foods hand-picks specific ingredients for our customers based on three concepts to provide the best quality product possible to support optimal well-being.

1. Versatility
2. History of safe and effective usage
3. Strong evidence of positive research outcomes in humans

Mangosteen Fruit: A (TCM) Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective 

1. While mangosteen is not a significant player in Traditional Chinese Medicine, it is always valuable to examine the energy of any food to help determine whether or when it is appropriate to consume it.
2. Mangosteen is considered one of the most cooling foods from a TCM perspective.
3. When heat is present, it suggests an excess of Yang energy. Heat excess may present as redness in the face, ulcers in the mouth, constipation, and a preference for cold food and drinks, just to name a few.
4. When there is an excess of cold, it indicates a Yin excess. This condition may present with symptoms like a pale face, intolerance to cold, cold hands and feet, and a preference for hot food and drinks.
5. Yin and Yang’s action is the general property, and temperature is the extremeness of the properties.
6. In simple terms, Yin cools, builds blood, and has downward-moving energy, while yang warms, energizes, and has upward-moving energy.
7. Mangosteen builds yin properties for those with a yang excess condition (too much heat). In this case, the principle of temperatures in TCM is not necessarily to bring the yang down but to build the yin to create a more balanced internal environment.
8. Based on its cooling energy, mangosteen is believed to enter through the stomach, liver, and heart.

Xanthones: The King Polyphenol in Mangosteens

1. Xanthones are a part of the tricyclic family of polyphenols consisting of two benzene rings attached through a carbonyl group.
2. There are 68 mangosteen xanthones identified so far; the most widely studied are α-mangosteen and γ-mangostin.
3. Xanthones can bind to various receptors, such as COX(responsible for the synthesis of prostaglandins), ProteinKinase(which regulates cell growth), and Topoisomerase(which relieves pressure and prevents DNA from getting tangled).
4. Xanthones are isolated from natural sources and classified into six main groups: Simple Xanthones, Xanthones Glycosides, Prenylated Xanthones, Xanthonolignoids, Bis Xanthones, and Miscellaneous Xanthones.
5. Tricyclic compounds are common among antidepressants.

 

Some research suggests that Mangosteen may contain the following constituents:

1. Minerals: Phosphorus
2. Vitamins: Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Pantothenic Acid, Beta-carotene
3. Phytochemicals: Proanthocyanidins, Catechins, Flavonoids, Polysaccharides, Sterols
4. Xanthones: A-Mangostin, B-Mangostin, 3-iSOMANGOSTIN, 9-hYDROXYCALABAXANTHONE, Gartanin, 8-Desoxygartanin, bPalmitic acid, Stearic acid, Palmitoleic acid, Oleic acid, Linoleic acid, Linolenic acid, Arachidic acid, Gadoleic acid, Eicosadienoic acid

Suggested Use: Mix one tablespoon with juice and yogurt or add to your favorite smoothie.

Mixing suggestions: To increase flavor and nutritional profile, combine with our organic premium acai powder in a smoothie.

Botanical Name: Garcinia mangostana L.

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

Parts Used: Whole Mangosteen Fruit including Pericarp (rind) and excluding seeds.

Ingredients: Mangosteen Fruit.

Origin: Grown and dried in Thailand and packaged with care in Florida, USA.

Certifications: Certified USDA Organic.