Java apples are rich in nutrients such as protein, vitamin C, thiamin, niacin, dietary fiber, vitamin A, protein, calcium, phosphorus, citric acid, calcium, iron, sulfur and potassium. Vescalagin, a chemical compound found in Syzygium samarangense has anti-hypertriglyceridemic and anti-hyperglycemia activities which are helpful in reducing blood sugar as well as triglyceride levels. It is one of the best fruit for diabetes patients. The fruit also contains an alkaloid called jambosine found to be effective against diabetes by regulating the conversion of starch into sugar, controlling sugar levels in the body and helping people with reduced pancreatic activity. The plant possesses anti-fungal and antibiotic activities against Staphylococcus aureus and Mycobacterium smegmatis The fruit is rich in fibre, so it helps in resolving constipation. It helps in hydrating the body because of its high water content. At the same time, it is helpful for the digestive process, in addition to lowering cholesterol. The extracts of the flower and bark have potent free radical scavenging, antioxidation, anti-mutation and anti-cancer activities. The leaves are used as tea and are proposed as a possible supplement for type II diabetes patients. The plant has been studied for its numerous pharmacological properties such as antioxidant and anti-diabetic properties, anti-inflammation and anti-nociceptive activity, wound healing activity, anti-ulcerogenic effect, anti-bacterial and also its potential as an uterotonic agent.

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