Nutritional Value of Breadfruit

Breadfruit Nutritional value 

Breadfruit 

Nutritive Value per 100 g. (USDA) 

Principle 

Nutrient Value 

Percentage of RDA 

Energy 

103 Kcal 

5% 

Carbohydrates 

27.12 g 

21% 

Protein 

1.07 g 

2% 

Total Fat 

0.20 g 

1% 

Cholesterol 

0 mg 

0% 

Dietary Fiber 

4.9 g 

13% 

Vitamins 

Nutrient Value 

Percentage of RDA 

Folates 

14 µg 

3.5% 

Niacin 

0.900 mg 

6% 

Pyridoxine 

0.100 mg 

8% 

Riboflavin 

0.030 mg 

2% 

Thiamin 

0.110mg 

9% 

Vitamin A 

0 IU 

0% 

Vitamin C 

29 mg 

48% 

Vitamin E 

0.10 mg 

1% 

Vitamin K 

0.5 µg 

<1% 

Electrolytes 

Nutrient Value 

Percentage of RDA 

Sodium 

2 mg 

0% 

Potassium 

490 mg 

10.5% 

Minerals 

Nutrient Value 

Percentage of RDA 

Calcium 

17 mg 

2% 

Copper 

0.084 mg 

9% 

Iron 

0.54 mg 

7% 

Magnesium 

25 mg 

6% 

Manganese 

0.060 mg 

2.5% 

Phosphorus 

30 mg 

4% 

Selenium 

0.6 µg 

1% 

Zinc 

0.12 mg 

1% 

Phyto-nutrients 

Nutrient Value 

Percentage of RDA 

Carotene-ß 

0 µg 

— 

Crypto-xanthin-ß 

0 µg 

— 

Lutein-zeaxanthin 

22 µg 

— 

Breadfruit contains moderate levels of 

essential vitamins and minerals. It is rich in riboflavin, iron, niacin, thiamin, iron and phosphorus. It contains minerals like potassium, copper, iron, magnesium, calcium, zinc, manganese, selenium and phosphorus. It also contains adequate levels of protein. 100 grams provide 7.4 grams, approximately 23% of the recommended amount. It is low in 

saturated fats, cholesterol and sodium.