The jackfruit tree is a widely cultivated and popular food item in tropical regions of Sri Lanka, India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Cambodia, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. Jackfruit is also found across Africa (e.g., in Cameroon, Uganda, Tanzania, Madagascar, and Mauritius), as well as throughout Brazil, western central Mexico and in Caribbean nations such as Jamaica. Jackfruit is the national fruit of Bangladesh.
Due to rich antioxidants it increases eye vision and protect from cataract and macular degeneration. It is a good source of potassium which maintains fluid and electrolyte level in balance. Also it improves bone and skin health. So eating jackfruit is a good choice which provides excellent taste, nutrition and health benefits.
Vitamins and MineralsJackfruit is an excellent source of antioxidant vitamin-C, provides about 13.7 mg or 23% of RDA as well as fiber and vitamin A.
t is one of the rare fruits that is rich in B-complex
group of vitamins. It contains very good
amounts of vitamin B-6 (pyridoxine), niacin, riboflavin, and folic acid. Also is a good source of potassium, magnesium,
manganese, and iron. Potassium is an important
component of cell and body fluids that helps controlling heart rate and
blood
pressure.
Jackfruit, sliced 1.00 cup 165.00 grams Calories: 157 GI: medium | ||||
Nutrient | Amount | DRI/DV (%) | Nutrient Density | World's Healthiest Foods Rating |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin C | 63.27 mg | 37.0 | 0.4 | very good |
Potassium | 739.02 mg | 21.5 | 0.8 | good |
Sodium | 3.01 mg | 0.1 | 0.4 | good |
Magnesium | 5.23 mg | 12.0 | 0.6 | good |
Vitamin B6 | 2.88 mg | 25.3 | 0.1 | good |
Fiber | 2.31 g | 2.0 | 3.6 | good |
Carbohydrate | 38.0 g | 12.4 | 56.2 | excellent |
Protein | 2.80 g | 5.0 | 4.0 | excellent |