As the latest superfood to attract attention due to its health benefits, the jackfruit is certain to make an appearance on lunch plates everywhere this year. Native to South America and Southeast Asia, the jackfruit is the largest tree-borne fruit on the planet and is commonly used as an all-natural meat substitute, as the fruit can take on almost any flavour. This buzzworthy superfood also possesses a number of properties that are beneficial to your health. Here are five reasons why you should incorporate jackfruit into your die, particularly if your New Year’s resolutions involve staying healthy, motivated and full of energy all day long. 

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Boost Energy

The presence of simple sugars, like fructose and sucrose, in combination with the fruit’s carbohydrate content gives the jackfruit energy boosting powers. Simple sugars take little time to digest and therefore can provide instant energy. For anyone who is used to longer hours at work or gruelling workouts, an energy boost can certainly come in handy toward the end of the day. 

Regulate Blood Pressure

The jackfruit is rich in potassium, magnesium, and iron, all of which work to regulate the cardiovascular system and to maintain balanced heart health as a result. In particular, potassium is known to reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes.

Improves Digestion

Due to its high level of dietary fibre and laxative properties, the jackfruit can be used to aid digestive orders such as constipation and bloating. The jackfruit is also said to protect the colon by eradicating carcinogenic chemicals from the large intestine. 

Aid Immune System

The jackfruit is packed with vitamin C, which helps to protect against viral and bacterial infections. The fruit is said to provide a boost our immune system’s functioning and support the creation of white blood cells, which play a beneficial role in boosting immunity. 

Prevent Cancer

The jackfruit is packed with antioxidants which help to protect the cellular DNA from damage and mutations caused by free oxygen radicals. The phytonutrients in the fruit assist in preventing the formation of cancerous cells.