Abstract

Mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana L.) is known for its traditional usage of a healing nature. Being a commercial fruit, it has a significant demand from consumers due to its innocuous behavior and the ability to be consumed orally whether as a preventative dietary strategy or as a treatment plan. Its natural compounds such as xanthones and benzophenones are advantageous as drug candidates for inflammatory diseases pertaining to the nervous system, arthritis, cancer, and the digestive system as well as dermal and muscular issues. This review presents a comprehensive update on the recent studies made to explore the potential of mangosteen compounds in the medical and therapeutic field, particularly as an antiinflammatory drug substitute.

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