Ukwa also known as breadfruit contains moderate levels of essential vitamins and minerals. Fresh seeds contain 38.3% carbohydrate, 15.9% fat and 17.7% crude protein. It contains adequate levels of protein. 100 grams provide 7.4 grams of protein, approximately 23% of the recommended amount. Fibers in breadfruit inhibits the absorption of glucose from the food we eat, thus controlling diabetes. It contain compounds which are needed by the pancreas for producing insulin to the body. Breadfruit also Aids digestion. Fiber in breadfruit flushes out the toxins from the intestine, aiding in proper functioning of the bowel and intestines. It prevents digestion-related diseases like heartburn, acidity, ulcer and gastritis, eliminating toxic compounds from the gut. Breadfruit protects the Colon's mucous membrane by warding off cancer-causing chemicals from the colon
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