Papaya, the ultimate game changer towards good health !

 

Papaya is the healthiest tropical fruit. It is a storehouse of antioxidants that reduce inflammation, fight diseases and keep you looking young. Papaya also known as Carica papaya scientifically. It’s originally a Central American fruit but now is available almost all around the globe. Basically the fact behind the benefits of using papaya is,

• It contains an enzyme called papain, which plays a major role in breaking down tough protein chains found in muscle meat. So because of this, people use papaya to tenderize meat, since ancient times.

Although I ripe papaya can be eaten raw, but if it is Unripe it is advisable to cook it before eating because it contains high latex. Papaya is a storehouse of various nutrients like good calories, carbohydrates, fibre, protein, vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin B9 and potassium. Now let’s go through the mentioned facts and find out how beneficial is a papaya fruit.

• Papaya has powerful antioxidant effects.

During bodies metabolic processes some reactive molecules are created that are called free radicals. Because of them there is increase of oxidative stress which can lead to diseases. Meanwhile, papaya contains an antioxidant called carotenoid that can easily neutralize the free radicals.

• Researches and studies show that a fermented papaya is very beneficial in reducing oxidative stress. In adults people with pre diabetics, in mild hyperthyroidism and liver diseases.

• Papaya and its anti cancer properties.

Papaya contain a substance called Lycopene. This is a prominent ingredient in cancer medications and researchers suggest that it can reduce cancer risk even it is beneficial for the people who are suffering from cancer. Among the group of 14 fruits and vegetables which have antioxidant properties, papaya is the only one that helps in cancer treatment or with anti cancer properties.

• Papaya and its benefit on cardiovascular health.

Research show that fruits that have high content of lycopene and vitamin C can boost up your heart health.

The antioxidant properties of papaya helps to promote good HDL cholesterol levels for your heart.

• During a study where people were given fermented papaya supplement for 14 weeks. It was revealed that, those who are given fermented papaya had a better ratio of bad Vs good HDL cholesterol levels.

• Papaya fruit prevents inflammation.

The birth place of many diseases is chronic inflammation. And the origin of chronic inflammation is unhealthy food and lifestyle methods. Researches and studies show that antioxidant rich fruits and vegetables like papaya, one of them reduces and fight against inflammatory producers.

• Papaya a gift for digestion.

As mentioned earlier, papaya contains an enzyme called papain. That makes breakdown of protein easier in the digestive system.

• People living in tropical areas since ancient times use papaya as in remedy for Constipation and other intestinal issues. This is scientifically proven too.

So from the above mentioned benefits just choose one reason that suits you and add this incredible fruit in your diet.