In addition xanthones in mangosteen appear to function as:
Anti-inflammatory.
Analgesic: prevent pain nerves.
Anti-ulcer: preventing ulcer disease.
Anxyolytic: preventing anxiety, panic and anxiety.
Anti-virals: kill germs.
Anti-biotic: prevent bacteria.
Anti-fungal: anti-infection by the fungus.
Anti-obesity: preventing obesity.
Anti-arthritic: prevent bone pain.
Anti-allergenic: prevent allergies.
Anti-vertigo: prevent vertigo.