The papaya is a native plant in the tropics of the Americas, and was first cultivated in Mexico several centuries ago. This plant is available in most parts of the world now.
Ripe and green papayas have similar nutritional values. However, the green ones contain higher levels of potassium and papain - a powerful enzyme that facilitates chemical reactions in the body as well as provides strong defence mechanisms against invading micro-organisms like viruses, tumors, allergens, yeasts and various forms of fungus. Now we know why grandma advocates curing dengue fever with green papaya.
Nutritional benefits
A low-calorie, low sugar fruit, papaya is a rich source of antioxidants, containing both carotenes and flavonoids.
A low-calorie, low sugar fruit, papaya is a rich source of antioxidants, containing both carotenes and flavonoids.
One cup of cubed fresh papaya contains 0.85 grams of protein, 55 calories and 2.5 grams of dietary fiber. Other contents as follows:
Vitamins - vitamin A – 1532 IU, vitamin C - 86 mg. Small amounts of vitamin B, E and K.
Minerals - Potassium – 360 mg, calcium 34 mg
Vitamins - vitamin A – 1532 IU, vitamin C - 86 mg. Small amounts of vitamin B, E and K.
Minerals - Potassium – 360 mg, calcium 34 mg
Tiny traces of phosphorus, magnesium, sodium, iron, selenium, zinc, manganese and copper.
Health benefits
+ By eating papaya after a meal promotes digestion, and helps prevent bloating, gas production and indigestion as it helps to break down proteins from food into amino acids for bodily functioning. This is especially useful to elderly with slower metabolism as their lower levels of digestive enzymes are unable to effectively digest proteins, resulting in overgrowth of unwanted bacteria in the intestinal tract, and a lack of available amino acids for healthy maintenance.
+ Papain is able to destroy intestinal parasites. For those after a course of antibiotic, it is necessary to replenish friendly intestinal bacteria to combat against the unwanted bacteria. When the intestinal tract is well populated with friendly bacteria, the immune system can be re-strengthened to better protect against flu and cancer.
+ Papain is able to destroy intestinal parasites. For those after a course of antibiotic, it is necessary to replenish friendly intestinal bacteria to combat against the unwanted bacteria. When the intestinal tract is well populated with friendly bacteria, the immune system can be re-strengthened to better protect against flu and cancer.
+ Not readily found amongst other plants, its fibrin content reduces the risk of blood clots and improves the quality of blood cells and blood circulation vital for preventing strokes. This is great for those on long plane rides and long hours desk-bounded job.
+ Scientists studied 14 plant foods commonly consumed in Mexico to determine their ability to halt breast cancer cell growth, including avocado, guava, mango, pineapple, grapes, tomato and papaya. They were evaluated on contents like beta-carotene, phenolics, gallic acid and antioxidant, and found that only papaya had a significant effect on stopping breast cancer cell growth. Another compound called isothiocyanates may restore the cell cycle to eliminate cancer. In animal experiments, it protected against cancers of the breast, lung, colon, pancreas, prostate and leukemia. Extending to humans, it should inhibit both the formation and development of cancer cells through multiple pathways and mechanisms.
+ The intense orangy-pink color of papaya is choked with cancer fighting carotenoids, especially beta carotene and lycopene which are highly reactive toward oxygen and free radicals. Studies showed an inverse relationship between lycopene intake and prostate cancer risk, as well as induces cancer cell death and promotes anti-metastatic activity.
Summary of Healing Properties
Summary of Healing Properties
- Revitalizes the human body and maintains energy and vitality.
- Encourages the renewal of muscle tissue. Its anti-inflammatory properties can relieve the severity of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
- Supports cardiovascular system.
- Revs up the immune system.
- Helps with the digestive system, by breaking down the proteins and supporting production of digestive enzymes.
- Treats external skin wounds that do not heal quickly by digesting unwanted scar tissue both on the skin and under its surface – use papaya peel or its ointments.
- Prevents the cataract formation with its potent antioxidant properties.
- Helps to lower risk of lung cancer in smokers and passive smokers with its high Vitamin A content.
- Alleviates inflammation.
- Helps with the nausea and constipation.
- Benefits people suffering colon cancer and other forms of cancers and aliments of cardiovascular and gastrointestinal systems.
More comments
+ A slice of papaya or papaya juice each day is great too. Not to worry about too much of Vitamin A and beta carotene that can turn the skin yellowish – it will go away.+ The seeds are known to aid digestion and the leaves are used to fight malaria with its abundant enzymes. So try out next time someone got dengue.
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