About Lagundi

            

While visiting the Philippines, caught what seemed to be cold, all the symptoms of a cold anyway.
 Normally when I catch a cold each year, it slowly takes over my time and energy. Not to mention the irritability and pain that comes with a bad cold. I found myself a little worried I would end up in bed and lose a few days of a busy schedule. The whole thing made me nervous.

My Brother Ron Hawkins and I both came down with the same cold, so we headed out to find something Natural with would ease out coughing and sneezing.
We walked to the first Pharmacy we see and I asked the lady if she had something we can take for a cold. She said sure, she went over and brought capsules called Ascof.

The Pharmacist told us to take three times and day for 3 days.
I started right away.

The beginning the second day, I felt less irritation and had less mucus. So my cough was less frequent. The next morning I was ready for my 7th Capsule and even less sneezing and very little cough. On the fourth day  I forgot I had a cold.

Mangosteen Health Benefits

            

   

Nutritional Value of Mangosteen. Mangosteen is a healthy fruit which is rich in water, energy, protein, carbohydrate, and fiber. Essential nutrients such as calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, zinc, copper and manganese are found in this fruit.

Healthy skin: It helps in maintaining healthy skin. The anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal, anti-allergy and antioxidant properties help in reducing the risk of various conditions such as skin inflammation, skin aging, eczema, allergies and bacterial infections. Research studies have been carried out to ascertain the various benefits of mangosteen for skin and one such study suggests that mangosteen has anti-skin cancer properties and has the potential of being an anti-skin cancer agent.

Healthy immune system: It is rich in various nutrients, minerals, vitamins, and xanthone which help in boosting the immune system. These nutrients protect the body from various health ailments that weaken the immune system.

Antioxidant properties: It is among the fruits that are known to contain powerful antioxidants that are useful to the immune system and the entire body. These antioxidants contain cell boosters that are referred to as xanthones which contain various properties that have medicinal value. This is why it is termed as a healing fruit which can be used to reverse the effects of diseases that are associated with common man.

Medicinal use: Mangosteen with its anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties is beneficial as a medicinal drink and for quick healing of wounds. The leaves and bark of the tree can be mixed with other medicinal herbs and applied to the wounds for a faster recovery. The medicinal drink can be prepared by boiling the leaves and the bark of the tree.

Diarrhea and dysentery: Use of mangosteen is beneficial in stomach disorders as well. The mangosteen pericarp and peel are effective in providing relief from stomach disorders such as diarrhea and dysentery.

Menstrual problems: The roots of mangosteen also provide health benefits. Mangosteen root helps in regulating menstrual cycle in women.

Astringent properties: The bark and leaves of the mangosteen tree exhibit astringent properties and are beneficial in curing thrush or aphtha.

Cardioprotective effect: It may also be helpful in reducing the risk of stroke or myocardial infarction. Findings of a study indicate the cardio protective effect of mangosteen on antioxidant tissue defense system and lipid peroxidation during a stroke.

Diabetes: Diabetes is a medical condition that is also common in the modern society. Though it is manageable using prescribed medication it can be a health risk especially if adequate precautions are not taken. Mangosteen one natural remedy which is effective in managing and maintaining blood sugar levels in the body

Weight loss: Incorporating mangosteen in a diet may be effective in weight loss. The various nutrients found in mangosteen also ensure good health and well-being.