The common mango is thought to be a functional food due to its unique bioactives, most notably mangiferin. Supplements from the leaf also appear to be antioxidants after consumed, but their practical relevance and benefits are not yet confirmed.
Despite not conferring much potency overall, mango may be a promising supplement as the peels and kernels of mango retain a high concentration of the bioactive molecules are seen as an industrial waste-product in making mango products (which usually use only the pulp) suggesting a low cost to mass produce supplements.
Mango is most often used for Other. The Examine Database covers Obesity and Metabolic Health.
In this randomized crossover study in 119 university students, a single dose of a proprietary soluble mango leaf extract improved various aspects of cognition and mood.
