Jackfruit came from Asian countries including Philippines. It was cultivated in a tropical environment. It is the largest fruits ever known by man. Has a fleshy fruit, sweet aroma, delicious taste. Enormous, prickly (spine), oval in outside appearance. It has pods and bulbs inside. The bulbs s the fleshy covering to the seed, sticky with white milk. The bulb can be eaten, cut or cooked. Unripe is good as vegetables, a substitute to meat.

Properties: Phytonutrients: lignans, isoflavones, saponins, anti-cancer, anti-hypertensive, anti-ulcer, anti-aging.

It contains Vitamin A, vitamin C, thiamine, riboflavin, calcium, potassium, iron, sodium, zinc and niacin. It has low calorie content. Seeds valued for its high value in nutrition.

Potassium help to lower blood pressure. Has anti-oxidant properties due to its vitamin C. It protects the body from free radicals  by holding the cells together. It strengthen the immune system against infection. Make the gum healthy. It prevent any form of cancers in the body. It slowdown the degeneration of cells making the skin soft, glow, youthful in complexion and with radiant look.

It can fight against digestive problems like stomach ulcers, indigestion, hyperacidity. For those suffering from asthma, jackfruit can help. It has low saturated fat. It increases energy levels, build up longer strength and energy. It can extend life span. Less vulnerable to illness due to improve immune system. Boiled roots is helpful in the prevention of diarrhea and fever.

Other uses:

-Ripe meat can be frozen, dried, in can (brine), made into syrup.

-Its seeds can be eaten roasted, boiled, dried, salted.

-Used in chutney, jam, jellies, paste, preserved fruits, candies, in honey or syrup.

-Pulp in ice cream, beverages, jackfruit honey.

-Reduced to concentrated powder.

-Used in preparing drinks.

-Seeds can be grounded t make into flour blended with wheat for baking purposes.

-Young leaves used as fodder for cattle and other livestocks.