Jack Fruit

Waraka is a common name for jackfruit in Sri Lanka. The largest fruit: Fruits can reach 1 meter in length and 35 kg in weight. Yellow or orange flesh: fibrous, with a sweet taste. Seeds: Large, brown, edible. There is a lot of potassium, calcium and iron, which makes it nutritious. Jackfruit also has a lot of fiber, but fewer calories than rice and bread. What does it mean? You will satisfy your hunger faster and feel full for longer, although you will consume fewer calories compared to a rice dish or bread. Jackfruit seeds contain protein, which makes them an ideal product for vegans and vegetarians. A rich source of vitamins and minerals: Vitamins: A, C, B6, E, K. Minerals: potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, zinc. Source of antioxidants: flavonoids, catechins. a vegetarian alternative to meat: The flesh of a young jackfruit resembles chicken meat. Traditional medicine: Has anti-cancer activity, increases immunity, improves digestion, heart and skin health.