Mango (scientific name: Mangifera indica ) is an evergreen tree of the Anacardiaceae family native to India. It is revered as a sacred tree in Buddhism, and its fruit is now widely consumed as food around the world. In addition to the fruit, the leaves, bark, seeds, and flowers have also been used as important medicinal ingredients in Ayurvedic medicine.
Traditionally, it has been used for digestive conditions, infection control, fever, inflammation, parasite control, gynecological problems, urinary problems, and as a source of nourishment during periods of physical weakness. Recent research has revealed a wide range of physiological activities, including antidiabetic, antioxidant, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, immunomodulatory, lipid metabolism support, and liver and gastric mucosal protection.
In terms of ingredients, it contains polyphenols such as mangiferin , tannins , flavonoids , alkaloids , anthraquinones and their glycosides , saponins , etc. These ingredients have been suggested to have antioxidant , anti-inflammatory , antibacterial and antiviral effects, immune balance adjustment , metabolic and circulatory support , and organ protection (liver and stomach) .
Mango characteristics
- Scientific name: Mangifera indica
- Classification: Anacardiaceae
- Japanese name: Mango
- Origin: India
- Parts used: Fruit, leaves, bark, seeds, flowers
Main ingredients (reported examples)
- Polyphenols: mangiferin, catechins, gallic acid derivatives
- Tannins: Hydrolyzable tannins, condensed tannins
- Flavonoids: Quercetin, kaempferol derivatives
- Alkaloids: Minor alkaloids
- Anthraquinones: Anthraquinone derivatives and glycosides
- Saponin: Triterpene saponin
- Others: organic acids, minerals, vitamins
Expected effects
- Antioxidant and anti-aging support effects: It has been suggested that it may contribute to maintaining a healthy cellular environment by suppressing oxidative stress.
- Supports immune balance: It has been suggested that it may contribute to regulating the body's defense functions and maintaining immune response balance.
- Supports glucose and lipid metabolism: It has been suggested that it may contribute to maintaining blood sugar and lipid balance.
- Antibacterial and antiviral support: It has been suggested that it may contribute to stabilizing the microbial environment inside and outside the body.
- Anti-inflammatory and calming support: It has been suggested that it may contribute to reducing inflammatory stress and discomfort.
- Liver and gastric mucosa support: It has been suggested that it may contribute to detoxification function and maintaining the integrity of the gastrointestinal barrier.
- Supports circulation and blood pressure balance: It has been suggested that it may contribute to maintaining blood flow and blood pressure balance.
- Supports gynecological and urinary conditions: Based on its traditional use, it has been suggested that it may contribute to maintaining the condition of the menstrual and urinary systems.
