If you’ve been grocery shopping lately, you may have noticed a huge, funny looking fruit in the produce section. (At least you think it’s a fruit?). It’s covered with a thick green, spiky rind and looks more like a medieval weapon than something you’d eat.

In recent years, the consumption of cow’s milk has declined rapidly as milk from soy, almond, coconut and other dairy alternatives has become increasingly popular. This shift away from traditional dairy is likely due to upticks in veganism, lactose intolerance, milk allergies, or other personal preferences.

 If you've been to a grocery store lately, there's a good chance that you encountered a large, green and spiky fruit sitting next to other tropical produce. It's called a jackfruit and it's something you'll be seeing lots more of the bulbous fruit can be used for both savory and sweet dishes depending on its ripeness. Because of its size, however, it can be an incredibly intimidating food. Not only can it weigh up to 50 pounds, but it has a thick, green rind surrounding the fleshy inside (luckily, it's also available prepped—in a can or in the refrigerated section). Here's the healthy scoop on the trendy fruit you may not have tried before.

Editor’s Note: Philadelphia is a foodie's paradise, with more great restaurants and fun bars than we can count. But for those watching their weight, dining out in Philly can feel overwhelming. Here’s the good news: You don’t have to ruin your healthy eating goals to enjoy our city’s booming restaurant scene.