Jackfruit — known as Kathal in Hindi and Chakka in Malayalam — is not only India’s largest fruit but also one of its most healing. Long before it became a global “superfood,” jackfruit held a sacred place in Ayurveda, India’s ancient system of natural medicine. Every part of the tree — from the fruit and […]

The Forgotten Giant of Indian Fruits Jackfruit — the state fruit of Kerala and the largest fruit in the world — has quietly fed generations across India. Known locally as Chakka in Malayalam, Kathal in Hindi, and Panasa in Telugu, this humble fruit is now gaining global fame as a superfood and a vegan meat