Add papaya in your regular diet to stay healthy
A super fruit, papaya is loaded with lots of health benefits. This juicy, sweet fruit is available throughout the year and is rich in vitamins, minerals, fibre, and anti-oxidants. The fruit has given the name “The Fruit of the Angels” by Christopher Columbus.
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Benefits of eating papaya:-
1. Boosts Immunity
Papayas are naturally immunity boosters owing to various phytonutrients and vitamins in them. Including a papaya in your daily diet can help and will keep you safe from infections.
2. Heart Disease and Cancer –
Papayas are rich in fibre along with antioxidants that prevent the build-up of cholesterol in your arteries. High cholesterol is one of the principal causes of strokes and heart attacks.
3. Weight Loss and Digestion
Papayas are said to be low in calories and high in fibre. It satisfies your hunger and also makes digestion easier. They break down tough protein fibres, making digestion smoother.
4. Diabetes
According to researchers, the consumption of raw papaya could help maintain blood sugar level and cholesterol because of the high fiber content, low on sugar and glycemic index. It makes papaya an excellent fruit for people with diabetes.
5. Eye Health
The eating of papaya is good for eye. Papayas are rich in vitamin A and specific flavonoids like zeaxanthin, beta-carotene, cryptoxanthin, and lutein. These keep the mucous membranes of eyes healthy. It contains beta-carotene, carotenoids, lutein and zeaxanthin.
6. Skincare
Papaya is rich in vitamin E, A, C and antioxidants like beta-carotene which prevent wrinkles and other signs of ageing. You can also rub a piece of papaya on your face for a few minutes which gives you a soft glow after washing it off.
7. Arthritis
Papaya has enzymes like papain and chymopapain that help in reducing inflammation caused by osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Papayas strengthens the immune system of the body and facilitate healthy health.
8. Cold
Papaya is rich in vitamin A and vitamin C which helps to enhance the immunity of the body that prevents the person from cold, cough, flu and fever. Having a bowl of papaya every day keeps you healthy and safe.
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9. Prevents nausea
The presence of vitamin C, E, and foliate in papaya gives relief from motion sickness and nausea. Meanwhile, it is not advised for pregnant women to consume papaya, especially if it’s not entirely ripe, as its latex can trigger uterine contractions.
10. Hair Care
Papaya is also rich in minerals; enzymes, and vitamins, papaya is excellent for hair growth and strengthening. That is why it is used in most hair care products. By eating it and using products that contain it, your hair will be healthy and strong. External application of the extract to the scalp also helps against dandruff.
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