| The Science of Mangosteen
Ayurceutics triple-standardized Mangosteen is extracted from the fruit rind of Garcinia mangostana; renowned in Southeast Asia as "queen of the fruits." Among the numerous scientific studies on the potential benefits of Mangosteen, the vast majority concern the rind which is used traditionally in Ayurvedic medicine and contains the highest concentration of active constituents in the fruit. Our extract blend is standardized to Gamma-mangostin, one of a family of active compounds found in the rind known as xanthones, and also to tannins and flavonoids.
The antioxidant activity of fruits and vegetables is measured as an ORAC value (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity). Two capsules of our proprietary Mangosteen extract blend has an ORAC value of over 4,000, higher than 1/2 cup of fresh blueberries.1,2 In vitro tests have shown that Gamma-mangostin, the major antioxidant xanthone in the rind,3 is a more potent antioxidant than vitamin E.3,4 Because studies have shown that tannins and flavonoids also contribute to the antioxidant activity of the rind,4 Ayurceutics Mangosteen is standardized to provide consistent levels of all three antioxidant factors. References below. Directions
1 capsule, two to three times per day or as directed by your health care practitioner. Not for use during pregnancy. If you are nursing a baby or taking any prescription drugs, seek the advice of a health professional before using this product. Not to be taken by children under 12. Keep out of reach of children. Care for the Environment
As a manufacturer, our actions can have a large impact on the environment. We always look for the most earth-friendly, sustainable choice. All Ayurceutics products feature: -
Vegetarian capsules and tablets with no animal-derived ingredients -
Extraction using only pure water & alcohol, not toxic solvents -
Non-irradiated herbs -
Organic cotton stuffing -
Bottles that are easily recyclable #2 plastic, HDPE 
| *This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. | Click here to read the actual references below and search for more detailed information on Mangosteen and the studies listed below. The PupMed database is operated by the National Library of Medicine and is an excellent resource for researching scientific literature on herbs.References
1. Brunswick Laboratories. ORAC Value of Fresh Fruit vs Xanomax. Renaissance Herbs, Inc., Chatsworth, CA; 2003 (internal document). 2. Brunswick Laboratories. ORAC Value of Xanomax Ayurceutics Blend. Renaissance Herbs, Inc., Chatsworth, CA; 2005 (internal document). 3. Fan CT, Su JD. [Antioxidative mechanism of isolated components from methanol extract of fruit hulls of Garcinia mongostana L]. J Chin Agric Chem Soc. 1997;35:540-51. 4. Yoshikawa M, et al. [Antioxidant constituents from the fruit hulls of mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana L.) originating in Vietnam]. Yakugaku Zasshi. 1994;114:129-33. |
