Many people are discovering the benefits as well as the pleasures of mangosteen. The fruit which has been used in Eastern medicine for centuries and is called the “Queen of Fruit” is now finding its way in the West where many are crave the health benefits and the great taste of this fruit. Mangosteen fruit, juice, capsules and even mangosteen jelly are becoming popular items for those who want to improve their health and to provide delicious dishes for the entire family. Mangosteen jelly contains the same health benefits as the fruit, juice and capsules, and it is a great alternative to regular jam as a spread on bagels, crackers, melba toast and bread. The advantage of mangosteen jelly is that you can experience health benefits without depriving yourself or breaking your routine.

Mangosteen jelly, as all other mangosteen products, contains the active ingredient xanthones, which are a potent form of antioxidants. The hard, red peel of the mangosteen fruit which gives juice and mangosteen jelly its characteristic red color has one of the strongest concentrations of xanthones in the world, and xanthones deliver the benefits of antioxidants. In recent years, people who are concerned with health have been talking about antioxidants as a way of preventing and treating diseases. Antioxidants protect the body from free radicals which cause cells to decay. In our modern world, there are many pollutants and stressors which make us vulnerable to free radicals, which is the reason why anyone, young or old, can benefit from the xanthones in mangosteen jelly.

Mangosteen jelly that is designed as a health food preserves these xanthones which are not destroyed during the cooking and canning process. It is a good idea that you are buying your mangosteen jelly from a health food store that is reputable or another trustworthy source. You can use mangosteen jelly the way you would any other spread. Put a tablespoon on your toast in the morning or enjoy a bit on rice cakes and crackers as an afternoon or late night snack.