Nutritional Benefits and Health Claims:

1) Diabetes Management:

Raw jackfruit flour has a low glycemic index and is high in fiber, which can help slow down the absorption of sugar and prevent blood sugar spikes.

2) Weight Management:

The fiber and protein in jackfruit flour can promote satiety, potentially leading to reduced calorie intake and healthy weight management.

3) Rich in Fiber:

A good source of dietary fiber, which is important for digestive health and overall well-being.

4) Gluten-Free:

A suitable alternative for individuals with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease.

5) Antioxidants:

Jackfruit and its flour contain antioxidants that may help protect against cellular damage.

Research and Studies:

1) Type 2 Diabetes:

Several studies have explored the impact of green jackfruit flour on blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes, showing promising results in reducing HbA1c, fasting plasma glucose, and post-prandial glucose.

2) Chemotherapy-Induced Leukopenia:

One study indicated that green jackfruit flour may help reduce the incidence of chemotherapy-induced leukopenia (CIL). 

3) Obesity and Metabolic Dysfunction:

Research suggests that green jackfruit flour may play a role in ameliorating obesity and metabolic dysfunction-associated steatosis and steatohepatitis (MASH).

Important Considerations:

A) Not a Miracle Cure:

While raw jackfruit flour shows promise, it's important to remember that it is a dietary supplement and should be part of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle, not a standalone solution for diabetes or other conditions, according to a health blog Fitterfly.

B) Consult a Healthcare Professional:

Individuals with diabetes or other health conditions should consult with their doctor or a registered dietitian before incorporating raw jackfruit flour into their diet.

How to use Jackfruit flour for your health?

You can use jackfruit flour to improve your health and to fight against some health issues. You cannot eat this flour directly since it is flour and it has no sweetness and aroma of the fruit. So there are some ways for jackfruit flour uses, and those are listed below. 

Here are five easy, blood-sugar-friendly recipes that showcase jackfruit flour’s mild sweetness and low-GI benefits. Each one keeps prep fuss-free and uses ingredients you can find in most Canadian grocery stores (or at TastyGrains 😉).

1) Everyday Jackfruit Flour Roti

Ingredients:

• ½ cup jackfruit flour
• ½ cup whole-wheat atta (or chickpea flour for 100 % GF)
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1 tsp oil
• ~½ cup warm water

Method:

• Whisk flours & salt.
• Drizzle in the oil, then add warm water little by little, kneading to a soft dough.
• Rest 5 min; divide into balls.
• Roll each ball between two sheets of parchment (jackfruit dough is softer) and dry-roast on a hot tava/griddle until brown spots appear.
• Brush with ghee or olive oil and serve.
• Why it works: Replacing just 50 % of the wheat cuts the net carbs per roti by ~20 % and lowers the glycemic load.

2) Fluffy Jackfruit Flour Pancakes (Gluten-Free)

Ingredients(serves 2):

• ¾ Cup jackfruit flour
• ¼ Cup oat flour
• 1 Tbsp coconut sugar or erythritol
• 1 Tsp baking powder
• Pinch salt
• 1 Egg (or flax egg)
• ¾ Cup milk of choice
• 1 Tsp vanilla

Method:

• Mix dry ingredients.
• Whisk wet ingredients separately, then fold into dry just until combined.
• Cook on a greased medium-hot skillet—2 min per side.
• Top with nut butter + berries for extra fiber.

Extras (optional)

• 1 Tbsp yogurt for tang
• Pinch cumin & chopped cilantro

Blend, rest 10 min, swirl batter thin on a hot non-stick pan, and cook until the edges lift. Fold around a veggie filling, or enjoy plain with chutney.

4) No-Mixer Jackfruit-Banana Muffins

Ingredients (makes 8)

• 1 cup jackfruit flour
• ½ cup almond flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp salt
• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 2 eggs
• ¼ cup maple syrup (or 3 Tbsp monk-fruit syrup)
• 3 Tbsp melted coconut oil
• 1 tsp vanilla
• Optional: ¼ cup chopped walnuts

Method

• Preheat oven to 350 °F/175 °C; line muffin tray.
• Combine dry ingredients.
• Whisk wet ingredients into banana; pour over dry, fold.
• Spoon batter, top with walnuts, bake 18-20 min.

Tip: These freeze beautifully—grab-and-go breakfast with 4 g fiber & <10 g net carbs each (when using monk-fruit).

5) Crunchy Jackfruit Flour “Digestive” Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup jackfruit flour
• ½ cup quick oats (or coconut flakes)
• 2 Tbsp ground flaxseed
• ¼ tsp baking powder
• ⅛ tsp salt
• 3 Tbsp cold butter or coconut oil, cubed
• 3 Tbsp brown sugar or coconut sugar
• 2–3 Tbsp cold milk

Method

• Pulse dry ingredients + fat in a food processor to sandy crumbs.
• Add sugar, drizzle milk until dough clumps.
• Roll ¼-inch thick, cut rounds, poke with fork.
• Bake 12 min at 350 °F, cool to crisp.

How to Substitute Safely:

Start with 25–50% jackfruit flour in your usual wheat-based recipes until you’re comfortable with the softer texture. Because jackfruit flour is high in fiber, you’ll often need slightly more liquid than the original recipe. Its natural mild sweetness lets you reduce added sugar by 10–15% without harming flavor.

Quick Serving Ideas:

• Stir 1 Tbsp into smoothies for a fiber boost.
• Use as a soup or curry thickener-1 tsp at a time.
• Swap ¼ of your next brownie batch’s flour for a subtle tropical note.

Enjoy experimenting! If you try any of these, tag @TastyGrains-we’d love to see your creations. 🌿🥭