Does Jackfruit Cause Dysentery? Separating Fact from Fiction
                                
                                
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                                According to the Cleveland Clinic, dysentery is caused by contaminated food or water and is often linked to bacteria like Shigella, not specific fruits. The idea that jackfruit causes dysentery is a widespread myth that misrepresents the fruit’s actual effects on the digestive system.