Jackfruit (Kathal, ripe) — 3-4 ripe bulbs
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Jackfruit (Kathal, ripe)

कटहल · పనస పండు

Also called: kathal, panasa, chakka, pala pazham

A large tropical fruit whose ripe yellow bulbs are sweet and fibrous. Moderate GI with a decent fiber content.

60
GI · Medium GI
0Low (55)Med (69)110+
60
Glycemic Index
Measured
14
Glycemic Load
100g
Serving Size
95
Calories
Per serving: 3-4 ripe bulbs

Calories & Nutrition: Jackfruit (Kathal, ripe) (3-4 ripe bulbs)

23g
Carbs
19g
Sugars
2g
Fiber
1.5g
Protein
0.6g
Fat

Sugars shown are total sugars (naturally occurring + added) per serving and are approximate. For fruits and dairy this is mostly natural sugar; for sweets and many cooked dishes it reflects added sugar or jaggery.

FruitsSouth IndianKeralaTamilAndhraveganSeasonal (Mar, Apr, May, Jun)

Tips to Manage Blood Sugar

Limit portion size as ripe bulbs are high in natural sugars; pair with nuts to slow absorption.

Jackfruit (Kathal, ripe) and blood sugar: common questions

Answers per serving (3-4 ripe bulbs).

In English

What is the glycemic index of Jackfruit (Kathal, ripe)?

Jackfruit (Kathal, ripe) has a glycemic index of 60, which is classified as Medium GI.

Does Jackfruit (Kathal, ripe) increase blood sugar?

Jackfruit (Kathal, ripe) has a medium glycemic index (60), so it raises blood sugar moderately. It is best eaten in small portions, paired with protein or fiber, if you are watching your blood sugar.

Is Jackfruit (Kathal, ripe) good for sugar patients (diabetics)?

Jackfruit (Kathal, ripe) has a medium GI (60). People with diabetes can include it in moderation, ideally paired with protein or fiber to slow the glucose rise.

What is the glycemic load of Jackfruit (Kathal, ripe)?

Jackfruit (Kathal, ripe) has a glycemic load of 14 per serving (3-4 ripe bulbs).

Hindi mein

Kathal ka sugar (GI) kitna hota hai?

Kathal ka glycemic index (GI) 60 hai, jo madhyam (medium) mana jata hai. Ek serving (3-4 ripe bulbs) ka glycemic load (GL) 14 hai, aur isme lagbhag 19g sugar aur 23g carbohydrate hota hai.

Kya kathal khane se sugar badhti hai?

Haan, thoda. Kathal ka GI 60 hai, isliye yeh blood sugar ko madhyam gati se badhata hai. Chhoti portion lein aur dal, sabzi ya dahi ke saath khayein.

Kya sugar ke mareez kathal kha sakte hain?

Haan, lekin thodi matra mein. Kathal ko protein ya fiber wale khane ke saath khayein taaki sugar dheere badhe.

Kathal mein kitni calorie hoti hai?

Ek serving (3-4 ripe bulbs) kathal mein lagbhag 95 calorie hoti hain, saath mein 23g carbohydrate, 1.5g protein aur 2g fiber.

GI Source: University of Sydney GI Database · How we source GI data

Lower-GI Alternatives

Try these instead for better blood sugar control

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Mango (Aam)

आम · మామిడి పండు

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South IndianNorth IndianMaharashtrian+1
GL 980 kcal1 medium slice / half mango
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Sitaphal (Custard Apple)

सीताफल · సీతాఫలం

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MaharashtrianSouth IndianAndhra
GL 11100 kcal1 small custard apple (flesh only)
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Banana

केला · అరటి పండు

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South IndianNorth IndianKerala+1
GL 14105 kcal1 medium banana