When compared to other tropical fruits like orange, banana, mango, pineapple papaya and ber, jackfruit pulp and seeds quantitatively contains more protein, calcium, iron and thiamine and are a good source for these essential nutrients. Regular consumption during the harsh summer season will provide the required RDA/AI at least in part. The pulps also contain biologically important neutraceuticals and its presence may have partly been responsible for the myriad beneficial effects.