HEALTH BENEFITS OF JACK FRUIT

HEALTH BENEFITS OF

JACK FRUIT

Jack-fruit is found in many varieties across countries and continents and is classified based on the softness of its flesh.Jackfruit’s flesh is very high in fiber content. The taste and texture make it a great fruit for jams, candies, cakes and other sweet preparations.Unripe raw jackfruits are used in savory dishes and is cooked in gravies and spicy curries. The texture of unripe jackfruit is like mutton and so is its taste when cooked in spices which makes it popular amongst vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike. The seeds of Jackfruit are also eaten in boiled form as a snack in some countries.It is a healthy fruit with almost no fats but high energy. The taste and preparations make it a delectable fruit that is not too hard to include in the diet.

Unfortunately many countries get only canned jackfruit stored in sugar syrup or brine that is not as healthy as out-of-tree fruit. But this fact should not keep you from eating and enjoying this gorgeous fruit even if it is out of the can.It contains a high amount of nutrients like vitamin, minerals, electrolytes, phytonutrients, carbohydrate, fiber, fat, and protein.Jackfruit is a good source of calorie but contains no cholesterol or saturated fats. The nutrition chart below gives a detailed picture of Jackfruit’s nutrient count.

Jackfruit contains a high amount of carbohydrate and calorie that provides energy instantly.It is rich in antioxidants that protect from cancer, aging and degenerative disease.Due to rich antioxidants, it is good for eyesight and protect from conditions like cataract and macular degeneration. It is a good source of potassium that maintains fluid and electrolyte level in balance. Also, it improves bone and skin health.

Anti-oxidants are required by the body to fight against free radicals. The body requires Antioxidants for scavenging free radicals.Free Radicals is produced when oxygen reacts with certain molecules and kick starts a chain reaction that damages cell membranes and even DNA.These free radicals are associated with natural processes like aging, skin wrinkles,  increased vulnerability to infections and diseases and more severe conditions like cancer and tumors. Vitamin C is a natural antioxidant, but since it is water soluble and is not found in our bodies, you need to consume it through dietary sources.Jackfruit is an excellent source of Vitamin C with a high content of 13.8 mg per 100 grams.Studies have shown that Vitamin C is a better antioxidant than compounds like Methanol and Ethanol. It makes Vitamin C very efficient against the free radicals in the body.The purification of our body by ridding it of free radicals increases immune system function.It increases immunity to protect against common diseases like a cough, cold, and flu. It has also been found to form a strong resistance against infections.

                          Prof. John Kurakar