What is Jackfruit?

Jackfruit is the largest tree-borne fruit and is widely regarded by the scientific community as a superfood which belongs to the mulberry family and is native to South and Southeast Asia. It is believed to have originated in the South-western rainforests of India. It is the largest tree-borne fruit and is widely regarded by the scientific community as a superfood.

 

Jackfruit for Diabetes Patients

 

Jackfruit contains vitamin A, C magnesium, and manganese. It helps in increasing insulin sensitivity. Raw jackfruit in the form of sambar or subzi is a good food option for diabetics for stabilizing blood sugars. Ripened jackfruit in small quantity is also good for diabetics.

 

 

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Jackfruit for Cancer Prevention

 

Free Radicals that are formed in the body due to oxidative stress, damages the DNA of cells and produces cancer cells. It is the most common reason for the creation of cancer cells.

Antioxidants in Jackfruit protect the body from these free radicals as they neutralize free radicals and hence protect the DNA from damage.

Jackfruits also consist of phytonutrients which are natural chemicals which have the ability to fight cell irregularities and flavonoids which are natural pigments that are powerful in preventing carcinogenic progress.

Jackfruit provides protection against many forms of cancers including, lung and oral cavity cancers. Since being high on dietary fats it also cleanses toxins from the colon, thereby reducing the effect of toxin in the colon and prevents colon cancer.

 

In fact, in Kerala and the Southern Canara Region of India, Jackfruit is a local seasonal fruit and was naturally part of the regular home diet. This was one of the reasons why this part of India was traditionally almost cancer free till the 1970’s and 80’s until the explosive growth of processed food industry and the advertisement movements that showed Coconut Oil as a villain and altered their traditional food habits.

People who have been diagnosed to have higher risks for cancer should consume jackfruit during the season at least thrice a week.

 

Provides Immunity and Keeps Circulatory System in Good Health

 

 

Being a great source of Vitamin C and Antioxidants, It strengthens your immune system protects the body from common diseases, infectious cough, cold and viral flu.

Jackfruit contains Potassium which maintains sodium level in the body. A good level of potassium in the body helps balance electrolytes. Therefore, it is useful to reduce high blood pressure, stroke and heart attack.

 

 

 

Prevents and Cures Anemia

 

Jackfruits are rich in Vitamin B6, Folate, Pantothenic acid , Vitamin A, C, E, K, and metals like Copper, Manganese, and Magnesium Niacin, which are essential for blood formation and also enhances body’s capacity to absorb iron, hence prevents and cures anemia.

 

 

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7 Other Health Benefits of Jackfruit

 

1. Flawless Skin, Anti Ageing, and Fights wrinkles:

Being rich in antioxidants and water content, Jackfruit helps the body fight free radicals, moistens the skin and gives us a flawless skin thus collectively contributing to anti-aging.

Soak the dry seed in milk and honey. Grind and make a fine paste. Apply on your face and allow it to dry, following which wash off. Repeat this twice or thrice a week.

You can soak Jackfruit seeds in cold milk for a minute or two, add turmeric and grind well. Apply this gently      on the wrinkles. This can reduce wrinkles in about 6 – 8 weeks. To be used regularly for best results.

 

 

2. Detoxification and Good Gut Health

Jackfruit is fiber-rich, antioxidants rich has antimicrobial properties. This helps to improve digestion, prevents constipation, induces detoxification and improves gut health.

 

 

 

 

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3. Controls Blood Pressure

It has a good level of potassium which helps in maintaining fluid levels to balance electrolytes in the body. Hence, it is useful in reducing high blood pressure, stroke and heart attack.

 

 

 

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4. Quick Energy

Jackfruit also has good carbohydrate and calorie. It is a rich source of simple sugar like fructose and sucrose that gives instant energy. It contains zero cholesterol making it a safe and healthy food. Diabetics can consume this fruit 100gm twice a week.

 

 

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5. Eye-Health

It contains vitamin A that is a vital nutrient for eye health. Lack of Vitamin A caused night blindness and other vision-related disorders.

Jackfruit is helpful in enhancing eye vision and providing protection against cataract and muscular degeneration.

 

 

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6. Prevents bone loss

Jackfruit being rich in magnesium helps build and strengthen bones. Those who consume potassium and magnesium-rich food have higher bone density and stronger bones. Especially women starting from their mid 30’s should have Jackfruit.

 

 

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7. Thyroid Health

One of the vital elements of good thyroid metabolism is Copper, especially for hormone production and absorption. Jackfruit rich in this potent mineral helps in maintaining a healthy metabolic rate in body.

We need to ensure during the season we must have this fruit minimum twice a week and maximum 4 times a week to reap all the amazing health benefits of this wonder fruit.

Nature already has all that we need to keep ourselves healthy physically and mentally, let us make an effort to remain aligned with nature.

 

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