Mangosteen
Every 100g of fresh fruit contains: ENERGETIC VALUE Approximately 73 kilocalories NUTRITION FACTS Carbohydrates 17.91 g • Dietary fiber 1.8 g Fat 0.6 g Protein 0.41 g VITAMINS AND MINERALS • B1, B2, B3, B9, C • Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sodium, Zinc CULINARY USES The fruit may be served as a dessert or made into jams, also used as a salad ingredient. DESCRIPTION OF THE FRUIT The fruits are the size of a small orange, round or flattened on the ends. Mangosteens have a thick, hard, deep red rind surrounding snow-white flesh, which is in segments resembling those of a mandarin orange. It is very sweet with flavours of strawberry, peach and vanilla ice-cream. HEALTH BENEFITS • Mangosteen contains folate and Vitamin C, two essential antioxidants. • The fruit also contains xanthones. These antioxidant plant compounds have been linked to various health benefits, such as reduced inflammation and boosting heart health, and are believed to fight cancer cells. • Mangosteen is low in calories and fat, making it a good fruit for people trying to lose or maintain weight. Despite being low in calories, the fruit contains many essential nutrients, such as proteins, manganese, copper, magnesium, and fiber. • Fiber helps regulate bowel movements and keeps you feeling full after eating. It's also beneficial for heart health, as it can help lower cholesterol levels.
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