Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus or Artocarpus heterophylla), Dr.Abhay Kumar Pati, Odisha, India

June 21, 2010 - PRLog -- Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus or Artocarpus heterophylla) is a species of tree in the mulberry family (Moraceae).  It`s the largest tree borne fruit in the world. The fruits can reach 36 kg (80 lbs) in weight and up to 90 cm (36 in) long and 50 cm (20 in) in diameter.

The jackfruit is something of an acquired taste, but it is very popular in many parts of the world. The sweet yellow flesh around the seeds is about 3–5 mm thick and has a taste similar to that of pineapple, but milder and less juicy.

The jackfruit (not to be confused with the Durian fruit) is native to India, Bangladesh, Nepal and Sri Lanka. It is also possibly native to the Malay Peninsula, although it may have been introduced there by humans. It is commercially grown and sold in South, Southeast Asia and northern Australia. It is also grown in parts of Hawaii, Brazil, Suriname, Madagascar, and in islands of the West Indies such as Jamaica and Trinidad.

Dr.Abhay Kumar Pati, Best Nutrition Products, Inc.Hayward, California, USA and Biotechayur, Odisha, India manufacturer of  a large number of vitamins, minerals, Chinese and Ayurvedic herbal,   nutritional supplements, raw materials of standardized molecules of plants and fruit extracts. Dr. Abhay Kumar Pati, is a physician, author, entrepreneur and industrialist based in the United States, having ventures across the globe. Dr.Pati states that many of our health problems and diseases can be prevented, treated well with lifestyle, food habits and nutritional supplements. Most of the fruit contain ascorbic acid, enzymes, bioflavonoids, rich in minerals like chromium, potassium, and magnesium etc as well as B vitamins to amino acids.

Therapeutic use: Jackfruit is rich in potassium, vitamin C, isoflavones and has been found to be helpful in the lowering of blood pressure. It contains phytonutrients, with health benefits ranging from anti-cancer to antihypertensive. Jackfruit is known to contain anti-ulcer properties and is also good for those suffering from indigestion. Boasting of anti-ageing properties, the fruit can help slow down the degeneration of cells and make the skin look young and supple. It serves as a good supply of proteins, carbohydrates and vitamins, for the human body. If you are suffering from constipation, regular consumption of the fruit will surely prove beneficial.

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Best Nutrition Products, Inc.Hayward, California, USA and Biotechayur, Odisha, India manufacture a large number of vitamins, minerals, Chinese and Ayurvedic herbal and nutritional supplements and raw materials of standardized herbal extracts.