African mango is a tree native to West Africa whose fruit and seeds have long been used in traditional remedies and cuisine. Research has shown that extracts from the seed may help with weight loss by increasing fat breakdown and metabolism. Studies are limited but have shown positive effects on weight, body fat, waist size and other health markers when taking African mango extracts daily. Potential side effects reported in studies are mild and rare. Further research is still needed to validate all of the health claims around African mango supplements.