Goji or Mangosteen for the Heart and Arthritis?

Q: Have there been reports of help with atrial fibrillation, cardiomyopathy, or pulmonary hypertension? I appreciate all the details of ingredients on your website. Also, anything on results with rheumatoid arthritis? I’m investigating Mangosteen and/or Goji for these conditions. I’ve read mangosteen can prevent atherosclerosis, but am wondering if can help with a-fib, cardiomyopathy and pulmonary hypertension – also rheumatoid arthritis which my son has. Also, can Mangosteen (and/or Goji) clear up plaque buildup in our arteries (that we probably don’t even know is there?) Thanks

A: Dear Gayle,

I haven’t read any studies directly relating Goji or Mangosteen in the treatment of those conditions. They do possess plenty of antioxidants which help the body protect and heal itself.

I have had PVC’s since 1995 and have kept them under control with 400IU d-alpha tocopherol, 120mg CoQ10 and 1tblsp wheat germ oil per day.

Read this book (Stop Arthritis – How I defeated it Naturally). It will give you valuable information on arthritis. ISBN 1-58939-426-7. I had the privilege of writing the forward for the book. Also check this out – “Responsibility”.

Sincerely,

Marcus Ettinger DC, BSc.