Mangosteen is a tropical fruit practically unknown in Russia. However, he deserves the utmost attention for his extraordinary taste, as well as for the fact that he is, in fact, a family doctor. He can help a person with many ailments.
Mangosteen only grows in the tropics. On the territory of Russia he practically did not receive any fame. However, it deserves attention for its amazing taste and the many health benefits this fruit has.
The birthplace of the mangosteen is the Malay archipelago. In Thailand and some countries of Southeast Asia, mangosteen is most widespread. As for other countries, there these trees can only be found in botanical gardens.
The size of a mangosteen resembles a small tangerine. It has an exquisite taste and many nutritional properties. The skin of this fruit is dark purple and the flesh is white.
The flesh of the fruit is under the skin. But this is not a reason to throw away the peel. It is in it that the largest amount of nutrients is contained. When making juice from mangosteen fruits, the rind of this fruit is also used.
How to distinguish a ripe fruit? First of all, it should have an intense color. It shouldn't be too hard. Usually, mangosteen fruits are removed a little immature - after being removed, they ripen. A good mangosteen should be firm to the touch. If you press on the peel of the fruit, it should spring back.
It is recommended to cut the mangosteen before eating it without affecting the flesh. You can make cuts on the sides and bottom, and then carefully peel off the skin.
In those countries where this exotic fruit grows, mangosteen is eaten fresh. You can make syrup from it or preserve the fruit.
Mangosteen fruits are stored in a dry, closed room. They can lie for about 3 weeks, after which the pulp of the fruit dries up and its rind becomes tighter. This fruit should ripen on the tree, and fresh it can be stored for a fairly short time. It is for this reason that it is only sold in tropical countries. Mangosteen must not be frozen and will last 1 to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.
Mangosteen helps to strengthen the immune system, get rid of eczema, allergies and various skin diseases. It has a wound healing and anti-inflammatory effect. Strengthens the cardiovascular system, improves sleep. This tropical fruit will help get rid of headaches, normalize digestion and metabolism. It improves appetite, promotes weight loss.
