| 摘要 |
A nutraceutical composition including an extract from a fruit of Garcinia mangostana L. and a predetermined concentration of hydroxycitric acid. The concentration of the extract from the fruit of Garcinia mangostana L. is substantially between 1% and 99% by weight of the nutraceutical composition and the predetermined concentration of hydroxycitric acid is substantially between 1% and 99% by weight. The hydroxycitric acid can be provided by an extract from the fruit of Garcinia atroviridis or Garcmia cambogia, and/or other natural or synthetic sources. The extract from the fruit of Garcinia mangostana L. can be obtained from a fruit portion that includes the aril part. The nutraceutical composition can be included in a food product or a beverage or a component of one of a food product or a beverage. When consumed, the nutraceutical composition aids weight loss or weight control. In addition, when consumed, the nutraceutical composition stimulates the immune system, for instance, by inducing increased production of lnterleukin-2. |
