Mangosteen
Overview
You've probably never heard of the Mangosteen before, but you'll be glad you have now. It's a major member of the class of fruits called "superfruits" that are valued for extraordinary nutritional qualities, especially antioxidant function. NOW Mangosteen is a concentrated juice derived from Mangosteen, Pomegranate, Blueberry, Cranberry, and Black Cherry - all prized for their high antioxidant content. This gives NOW Mangosteen incredible power to fight damaging free radicals throughout your body.
The key ingredient, Mangosteen, is impressive all by itself and is credited as supporting heart health and healthy inflammatory response. Xanthones are a compound found in Mangosteen that have been studied for antioxidant effects, as well as for potentially fighting bacteria, inflammation, and even cancer. Another compound found in Mangosteen called Oligomeric Proanthocyanidins or OPCs has been linked to reduced risk of heart disease, possibly by countering bad cholesterol. OPCs may also help protect your body from chemical stress from cigarette smoke and pollution. Use the superfruit concentrate NOW Mangosteen to keep your whole body healthy.
Mangosteen
Description
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NOW
-Certified Organic
-SuperFruit Antioxidant Juice
-Organic Mangosteen Juice, Goji Juice and other juice concentrates
-Naturally Rich in Xanthones
-Vegetarian Product
The Mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana) Fruit has been treasured for thousands of years by the people living in Southeast Asia. Also known as the "Queen of Fruits", the Mangosteen has been used traditionally for its numerous health benefits. More recently, scientific inquiry has revealed the extraordinary properties of the Mangosteen and its rich supply of antioxidants called Xanthones.
The Mangosteen fruit contains a number of Xanthones and Proanthocyanidins. These powerful antioxidants help to neutralize and eliminate free radicals, and thus support healthy cellular function. NOW Mangosteen SuperFruit Antioxidant Juice also contains Goji Juice, and concentrates of Pomegranate, Blueberry, Cranberry, and Black Cherry which boost the ORAC value to over 19,000 per bottle.
In addition to its powerful antioxidant properties, some evidence also indicates that the compounds in Mangosteen can support cardiovascular health, as well as a healthy inflammatory response. Naturally Rich in Antioxidants and Phytonutrients.
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| Supplement Facts |
Serving Size: 1 fl oz
Servings per Container: 31 |
| Ingredient | Amount | % Daily Value** |
| Calories | 10 | |
| Calories from Fat | 0 g | |
| Total Fat | 0 g | 0 |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g | 0 |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | |
| Cholesterol | 0 g | 0 |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3 g | 1 |
| Dietary Fiber | <1 g | 2 |
| Sugars | 2 g | |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0 |
| Potassium | 35 mg | 1 |
| Organic Mangosteen | 15 g | |
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** Percent Daily Value is based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
† Daily Value not established.
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Ingredients:
Organic Mangosteen Juice from whole Garcinia mangostana fruit, Organic Black Cherry Juice Concentrate, Organic Goji Juice from whole Lycium barbarum fruit, Organic Pomegranate Juice Concentrate, Organic Cranberry Juice Concentrate, Organic Blueberry Juice Concentrate, Citric Acid and Natural Organic Mangosteen Flavor.
Manufacturer's Directions
As a dietary supplement, take 2 tablespoons (1 fl. oz.) daily, preferably in the morning, or as directed by your health care professional.