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manogosteen (Xango juice, Xango, Thai-Go, Mangoxan)

Fruit grown in Asian tropics. Contains xanthones. Indications: Uses 1) intestinal health, immune stimulant, antioxidant, cartilage & joint function, seasonal allergies 2) no reliable evidence that mangosteen is effective for any condition [1] Adverse effects: none known Drug interactions: none known Mechanism of action: 1) rind contains tannins, with astringent effect on mucosal tissues 2) may diminish intestinal secretions thus may benefit secretory diarrhea 3) contains xanthones

General

pharmaceutical herb; medicinal herb; herbal supplement; botanical fruit

References

  1. Prescriber's Letter 13(12): 2006 Health benefits of tropical fruit juices Detail-Document#: 221209 (subscription needed) http://www.prescribersletter.com