Malabar Tamarind
Garcinia gummi-gutta
Garcinia gummi-gutta, commonly known as mangosteen, is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. Traditionally, its use has not been extensively documented in any specific medical or healing practices. Scientific evidence suggests that extracts from the fruit can synthesize silver nanoparticles with significant antifungal activity against certain fungi, indicating potential applications in nanotherapeutics. However, studies on human health are limited, and more research is needed to confirm these findings. Notably, over 200 cases of liver injury have been linked to supplements containing Garcinia gummi-gutta, though the causality has not been definitively established for all instances. Additionally, while no major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded, users should be cautious and consult healthcare providers before using such supplements due to potential risks.
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- Garcinia fruit extracts synthesized silver nanoparticles with significant antifungal activity against mucormycosis-causing fungi, showing potential as eco-friendly nanotherapeutics.
- The study found that H2-assisted Garcinia gummi-gutta biofuel doped with nano additives improved performance metrics while reducing certain emissions, though NO emissions modestly increased.
- The administration of Suaeda japonica extract significantly mitigated obesity in mice by modulating various parameters, comparable to Garcinia gummi-gutta.
- More than 200 cases of liver injury associated with Garcinia dietary supplements were identified, suggesting possible to highly probable causality in 17 cases.
Frequently asked questions
What is Malabar Tamarind?
Malabar Tamarind (Garcinia gummi-gutta) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What does the scientific evidence say about Malabar Tamarind?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Malabar Tamarind; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Garcinia fruit extracts synthesized silver nanoparticles with significant antifungal activity against mucormycosis-causing fungi, showing potential as eco-friendly nanotherapeutics.
How strong is the evidence for Malabar Tamarind?
The strongest finding for Malabar Tamarind carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Malabar Tamarind safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Malabar Tamarind in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Malabar Tamarind interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Malabar Tamarind in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Malabar Tamarind a proven treatment?
No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.
Sources
- T2 Therapeutic Potential of Suaeda japonica Makino Leaf Extract Against Obesity in 3T3-L1 Preadipocytes and HFD-Induced C57BL/6 J Mice. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Performance and emission prediction using ANN (artificial neural network) on H2-assisted Garcinia gummi-gutta biofuel doped with nano additives. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Phyto-mediated green synthesis and characterization of anti-mucormycotic silver nanoparticles from fruit extract of Garcinia gummi-gutta and Garcinia indica: a novel biofabrication approach for combating mucormycosis pathogens. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Hepatotoxicity of dietary supplements containing Garcinia gummi-gutta (L.) N. Robson. literature abstract metadata