Health Benefits On Cempedak Fruit
Cempedak is scientifically called as Artocarpus integer.
ORIGIN OF CEMPEDAK FRUIT
Cempedak, is a species of tree in the family Moraceae in the same genus as breadfruit and jackfruit.It is native to Southeast Asia.
Cempedak is currently limited in range to Southeast Asia, with some trees in Australia and Hawaii.
OTHER NAMES OF CEMPEDAK FRUIT
Champedan, Chempedak, Small Jackfruit, Bangkong, Banturung manuk, Baroh, Beluno, Bukoh, Campedek, Champada, Chubadak, Kakan, Mangkahai, Nakan, Nangka berit, Nangka tjomedak, Pulutan, Sempedak, Sonekadot, Temedak, Tibadak ,Tibudak.
Hindi: Kathal, Kathar, katol, lemasa. The fruit is known in Telugu as panasapandu, in Malayalam as chakka,kathar and kathal in Hindi, pilaul in Tamil, and chempedak in Malay.
Difference Between Cempedak Vs Jackfruit
• Both fruits look awfully identical to each other, which often causes confusion.But there are several differences between the two.
• For starters, cempedak is generally much smaller than jackfruit.
• A cempedak fruit’s size can range from 10cm to 15cm in diameter and 20cm to 35cm in length. Meanwhile, a jackfruit can range from 15cm to 50cm in diameter and 30cm to 100cm in length!
• When ripe, both of the fruits’ flesh have similar colours, ranging from pale yellow to a slightly orange tone.
APPEARANCE OF CEMPEDAK FRUIT
The syncarp may be cylindrical to spherical in shape, and ranges from 10 to 15 cm across and 20 to 35 cm in length.
The taste of the fruit is similar to the related jackfruit and breadfruit with a hint of durian.
The cempedak flesh is darker yellow and juicier when ripe.
TASTES OF CEMPEDAK FRUIT
The flavour of an unripe Cempedak resembles the sweet potato.Cempedak has a sweetly unique flavor alike to that of durian and mango.
VARIETIES OF CEMPEDAK FRUIT
In Malaysia, two common fruit varieties are kapa ,barka.
In Malaysia a number of selections have been cloned; among the resulting cultivars ‘CH29’ shows promise because of its attractive orange flesh; ‘CH26’ (‘Paya Jaras’), ‘CH27’ and ‘CH28’ are high-yielding cvs.
NUTRITIONAL CONTENTS OF CEMPEDAK FRUIT
Cempedak per 100g of edible fruit is as follows:
• 490 Kcal
• 67g Water
• 2.5g Protein (5% RDI)
• .4g Fat (negligible)
• 25.8g Carbohydrates (8.6% RDI)
• 3.4g Fibre (13.6% RDI)
• 1.2g Ash
• 40mg Calcium (4% RDI)
• 1.1mg Iron (6.1% RDI)
• 5mg Phosphorous (negligible)
• 246mg Potassium (7% RDI)
• 25mg Sodium (negligible)
• 17.7mg Vitamin C (29.5% RDI)
• .15mg Riboflavin
• .5mg Niacin
• 48iu Vitamin A
Health Benefits On Cempedak Fruit
Maintains Heart Health
Cempedak fruit is rich in dietary fibre, Vitamin C, potassium and antioxidants that help to maintain the health of the heart and lower cholesterol levels,blood pressure and reduces hypertension.
Boosts Healthy Skin
Vitamins C and Vitamins A, antioxidants, and other minerals, of Cempedak fruit protect the skin from damaging UV rays, delay the onset of ageing, and eliminate wrinkles, spots, dark circles, and fine lines.
Improves Eye Health
Cempedak fruit is one of the sweetest fruits that supply Vitamin A and Vitamin C. Cempedak is a component of the protein rhodopsin, which allows the eyes to see in low-light conditions.
Controls Obesity
Cempedak fruit contains high fibre that helps in controlling obesity and maintains overall health. Cempedak is great for people looking to lose weight because the fruit is rich in protein, and can make you feel stomach full .
Eradicate Cancer
Cempedak fruit is a potent source of phytonutrients, vitamin C, and antioxidants that are helpful in treatment of a number of malignancies (such as lungs, breasts, gastric, skin and prostate). Flavonoids, saponins, and tannins play a key role in avoiding free radical damage, countering oxidative stress.
Regularize Blood Sugar
Cempedak fruit provides a number of health benefits that can help in blood sugar control. Cempedak rich in dietary fibre , can slow down digestion and prevent blood sugar spikes.
Boosts Immunity
The minerals such as iron, calcium, magnesium and potassium are found in the Cempedak fruit which helps to promote the immune health. Cempedak helps the body to counteract the various infections and diseases.
Relieves Tumour
Cempedak fruit is rich in bioflavonoid which is able to alleviate tumour symptoms and help in the treatment of tumour diseases.
Malaria treatment
Several compounds like artioindonesianidin and heteriflavon C present in the bark and fruit of Cempedak help in prevention and treatment of malaria.
Cures Anemia
Essential iron, found in Cempedak seeds, aids in the production of hemoglobin, raises iron levels, guards against anemia and other blood problems.
Supports Digestive Health:
Cempedak fruit can also help digestion and keep the body running smoothly. Vitamin C and fibre in these fruits can avoid us from disease constipation or difficult bowel movements.