Breadfruit is a member of the mulberry family. The fibre present in breadfruit regulates bowel movements. Regular consumption of breadfruit could help reduce the risk of colon cancer. It contains omega -3 and omega - 6 fatty acids which stimulate metabolism, and the growth of skin, hair and bone. It is rich in vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C, thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, iron and phosphorous. The flower can be eaten as a vegetable. The immature fruit can be cooked or stored for future use and the mature fruit eaten raw or baked. The seeds are cooked immediately or dried and used when required.
Research indicates that the fibre content in the fruit could control diabetes, by reducing the absorption of glucose by the body.
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