JACKFRUIT SEED FLOUR,  ARTISINAL MADE

Artocarpus heterophyllus, commonly known as jack fruit, belongs to the mulberry family (Moraceae). It is mostly cultivated in the tropical regions of the world. It is rich in dietary fiber, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals. The green or unripe jack fruit is used as a vegetable. The ripe fruit is very sweet and rich in sugars. There are many concerns surrounding jack fruit consumption by patients with diabetes mainly because of this sweet taste when ripe.

Jackfruit has a particular flavor, it can remind you of mango, pineapple, banana, orange, melon, papaya, and soursop. In recent decades, this fruit has grown in popularity. In Mexico, it is possible to find producing fields in Nayarit and Veracruz.

Made with Jackfruit Seeds. Jackfruit seeds are not only edible but also highly nutritious. They have been associated with a number of health benefits, including improved digestion and cholesterol levels. That said, they may hinder nutrient absorption if eaten raw, as well as increase the risk of bleeding in people taking certain medications.

Jackfruit Seed Flour Nutrition Facts

Compared with other tropical fruit seeds, jackfruit seeds pack many important nutrients. They contain high levels of starch, protein, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. A 1-ounce (28-gram) serving of jackfruit seeds contains;

• Calories: 53
• Carbs: 11 grams
• Protein: 2 grams
• Fat: 0 grams
• Fiber: 0.5 grams
• Riboflavin: 8% of the Reference Daily Intake (RDI)
• Thiamine: 7% of RDI
• Magnesium: 5% of RDI
• Phosphorus: 4% of RDI