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Healthy Food - Health Benefits of Papaya

Health Benefits of Papaya
Healthy Food - Health Benefits of Papaya

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Healthy Food - Health Benefits of Papaya

Papaya fruit is called as “fruit of angels” by voyager Christopher Columbus. Papaya leaves, seeds and flowers too have healing properties. It has various medicinal properties.

Digestion

The papain enzyme present in papaya is known to aid digestion. Papaya is home remedy for digestion related problems or constipation. Fibre and Water content is high in Papaya. Both are good to prevent constipation and promote a smooth bowel movement.

Anti-Inflammatory

Papayas have other effective enzymes that help against inflammation and help healing of burns. Papayas have high digestive enzymes which help in supporting our digestive fire.

Heart Disease and Cancer
Papaya protects body from heart diseases and cancer as it is rich in anti-oxidants and phyto-nutrients. Both of them prevent free radicals. Fibre, Potassium and Vitamin help reduce the risk of heart diseases. To keep your heart safe, include more papaya in your diet.

Diabetes

Papaya is high in fibre. Its consumption can help maintain blood sugar level, cholesterol and diabetes.

Immunity

Papaya contains vitamin A,B,C ,K. It is a good immunity booster. It is great for growth of body tissues including hair and skin. A Medium Sized papaya can provide double of daily vitamin requirement.

Cleaning

Papaya slices act as a skin cleanser. It helps to remove skin impurities.

Arthritis

Papaya is abundant in minerals such as calcium, potassium, magnesium and copper. Eating papaya helps to keep check on arthritis in long run.

Dengue

Papaya leaves are commonly used in treatment of dengue to help boost up count of platelets. Drinking papaya leaf juice helps in increasing platelets.

Weight Loss

Papaya is low in calories. Hence it is a very good option for breakfast.  A serving of 140 grams of the fruit contains only 60 calories, with total fat 0.4 gram, no cholesterol, 15.7 gm carbohydrates and 2.5 gm dietary fibre.

Let us avail all the Health Benefits of Papaya by including it in our daily diet.

Also Read: Healthy Food - Foods That Improve Immune System
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