Mangosteen Contains High Concentrations of Polyphenols
The mangosteen fruit also contains polyphenols, yet another antioxidant property of this amazing fruit. Many people seem to stuck on the fact the mangosteen fruit contains xanthones and that seems to be the topic of focus. While the xanthone rich pericarp certainly has huge benefits, other bio active chemicals and their many potential health benefits are overlooked.
Polyphenols have many benefits such as anti-aging properties, a particular onel associated with potential cancer prevention is EGCG or epigallocatechin-3-gallate. Polyphenols being an antioxidant may also help to ward off heart disease by reducing LDL cholesterol buildup in your arteries. All plant foods are high in this bio active chemical and a person’s intake on a daily basis could equal 1 gram. They are also found in abundance in green tea.
The classifications are flavenoids, tannins, and lignins. polyphenols can also be found in berries, chocolate, wine(tannins), pomegranates, peanuts and walnuts. Fruit skins generally contain high concentrations of polyphenols. They have also been shown to be controller of carbon cyclers which is great new for the global warming trend. Following are some links to further your knowledge of polyphenols and their important role in your health.
http://www.groupepolyphenols.com
http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/factsheet/red-wine-and-cancer-prevention
http://www.ajcn.org/cgi/content/full/81/1/215S
