A breadfruit a day keeps the doctor away. Maybe that’s how the saying should go!
This superfood helps build strong bones, healthy eyes, and good blood. It also reduces blood pressure.
It is sometimes called the tree potato for its potato-like consistency when cooked. But it has higher-quality protein and is much more nutrient-rich.
This fruit is an ideal substitute for wheat flour and rice too. It is even gluten-free.
Click on Breadfruit Nutritional Value and Versatility to see a nutritional comparison of breadfruit to potatoes and rice. It was created by our friend Dr. Diane Ragone at the Breadfruit Institute of the National Tropical Botanical Garden.
See A User’s Guide to Breadfruit Flour for more information about breadfruit flour.
Scientific Proof
A report published in the Journal of Global Health Reports called Addressing Malnutrition and Food Insecurity with Breadfruit in Rural, Developing Country: A Case Study and Lessons Learned in Thomassique, Haiti, confirms that breadfruit has high levels of essential nutrients.
It says that 100 grams of this fruit provides 25% of the recommended daily allowance for fiber, and 5-10% for protein, magnesium, potassium, phosphorous, thiamine (B1), and niacin (B3), in addition to other nutrients.
The aforementioned case study documents a project done in collaboration with Trees That Feed Foundation.
You can find other interesting scientific papers written on the nutritional benefits of this superfood, including heart health and much more, in our Academic Papers.
