Health Benefits of Papaya

Papaya has several health benefits to offer. It is excellent in curbing joint pain and the  lycopene present in papaya is said to reduce cancer risk by combating the number of free cancer-causing radicals. Moreover, recent studies also state that its leaves are a good cure for dengue. 

Papaya seeds can be grinded to make a fine marinade that can be added to salads and curries to add a kick of flavour. You can also add this mixture to a smoothie of your choice. Papaya seeds are antioxidant in nature and are great to build your immunity. 

Mexican folk medicine used papaya leaves to balance blood sugar levels and is great to keep your diabetes under control. Recent studies have also revealed that it may provide relief from symptoms of dengue. 

Papaya seeds are bitter in taste but packed with nutrients, antioxidants and fibre. Their slimy texture makes them great salad marinades and an addition to smoothies for that extra lick of taste and nutrition. 

It is recommended to have not more than one spoonful of papaya seeds per day. 

Papaya contains an enzyme called papain which is great for your digestive health, which makes papaya really good for your stomach.