Mangosteen
The 'queen of tropical fruits': a thick purple rind hiding white segments like garlic cloves, with a silky taste that combines peach and strawberry. Mangosteen has a moderate glycemic index (≈46) and is known for its exceptional content of antioxidant xanthones.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Enjoy two or three fresh fruits after your meal; the refreshing flesh gives a refined sweetness that is light on digestion without sudden energy spikes.
Best preparation methods
Gently press the purple rind to open it with your fingers and eat the fresh white segments straight away, avoiding the large seeds inside the bigger segments.
Important Nutritional Note
Mangosteen contains a unique concentration of antioxidants that support healthy cells and flexible blood vessels; its moderate fibre and sugar make it a luxurious, safe tropical treat.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (80 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 73 kcal | 58.4 kcal |
| Protein | 0.4 g | 0.3 g |
| Carbohydrate | 17.9 g | 14.3 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 16.1 g | 12.9 g |
| Fat | 0.6 g | 0.5 g |
| Dietary fibre | 1.8 g | 1.4 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
Among the foods in Fruit with a glycemic index (29), it ranks 13 (lowest first).
Smart alternatives from the same family:
Frequently asked questions
Is Mangosteen good for weight loss?
It can fit a balanced plan with portion control: a 80 g portion gives 58 kcal, and what matters most is your total daily intake and the rest of the meal.
How does Mangosteen affect blood sugar?
Its glycemic index is 46 (Low), a clinically reviewed estimate rather than a laboratory measurement. A typical 80 g portion has a glycemic load of 5.9 (Low), so the effect of this portion on blood sugar is limited.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Mangosteen?
A typical 80 g portion of Mangosteen provides about 58 kcal, 0.3 g protein, 14.3 g carbohydrate, 0.5 g fat and 1.4 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.