Unexpected effects of jackfruit on women

Lignans are one of the main groups of natural compounds in plants. These are estrogen-like chemical compounds that have antioxidant and free radical fighting effects in the body.

Lignans are helpful in preventing hormone-related cancers such as breast, uterine, ovarian, and prostate. They may also help maintain bone density.

Isoflavones have also been shown to reduce the risk of breast, endometrial and prostate cancers.

Meanwhile, Saponin kills cancer cells by promoting white blood cell activity, preventing cell differentiation and proliferation. Thereby preventing cancer.

Some other substances in jackfruit can reduce the mutagenic potential of carcinogens and fight against the proliferation of cancer cells.

In addition, this fruit contains many carotenoids, flavonoids and polyphenols that reduce blood pressure, fight stomach ulcers, promote metabolism, support nerve function, and play an important role in hormone synthesis.

Jackfruit also contains polysaccharides that boost immunity by interacting with white blood cells.

Both the tree and the fruit have health benefits. The flowers help stop bleeding from open wounds, prevent fungal infections of the skin, and heal cracked feet caused by dryness while the roots are used to treat skin diseases, asthma, and diarrhea. The wood has sedative and analgesic properties.

The fruit pulp is high in calcium, iron and potassium while the jackfruit seeds are a rich source of protein.

According to Oriental medicine, dishes with young jackfruit have many effects such as strengthening the spleen, harmonizing the liver, increasing and promoting milk production, suitable for postpartum women who are weak, have poor appetite, and have little milk.

Jackfruit also contains substances that have anti-ulcer and anti-digestive properties. Besides, jackfruit is also rich in fiber, so it helps prevent constipation and makes bowel movements easier. This type of fiber also helps remove mucus from the intestines, thereby reducing the risk of colon cancer.

This fruit also contains many vitamins so it can prevent eye diseases such as night blindness.