Mangosteen

SCIENTIFIC NAME :

 Garcinia Mangostana

MEDICINAL VALUE :

 Helps control heart rate and blood pressure. Protects against stroke

NUTRIENT VALUE :

 Low in calories, no cholestrol and saturated fats. Rich in dietary fiber, vitamin C,

CULINERY AND OTHER VALUES :

 Popular tropical fruit which can be eaten raw. Can make mangosteen juice and certain desserts with this delicious fruit.

GLOSSARY :

• English : Mangosteen
• Malayalam : Kaattampi