Health Benefits of Papaya
Papaya is a orange colored, sweet and puply fruit. It is liked by many people. It has a number of health benefits associated with it. Let us have a look on it.Heart disease: Papayas may be very helpful for the prevention of atherosclerosis and diabetic heart disease. Papayas are an excellent source of vitamin C as well as a very good source of vitamin E and beta-carotene, three very powerful antioxidants.These nutrients help prevent the oxidation of cholesterol.
High cholesterol: Papayas are also a very good source of fibre, which has been shown to lower high cholesterol levels.
Cancer: Papaya's fibre is able to bind to cancer-causing toxins in the colon and keep them away from the healthy colon cells.
In addition, papaya's folate, vitamin C, beta-carotene, and vitamin E have each been associated with a reduced risk of colon cancer.Increasing your intake of these nutrients by enjoying papaya is an especially good idea for individuals at risk of colon cancer.
Inflammation: The enzymes contained in papaya have been shown to help lower inflammation and to improve healing from burns.In addition, the antioxidant nutrients found in papaya are also very good at reducing inflammation.
Other benefits:
- The fibre found in papayas may also help with the symptoms of those suffering from irritable bowel syndrome.
- In addition, vitamin C and vitamin A, which is made in the body from the beta-carotene in papaya, are both needed for the proper function of a healthy immune system. Papaya may therefore be a healthy fruit choice for preventing such illnesses as recurrent ear infections, colds and flu.
- The Ayurveda experts have regarded papain as a remedy for abdominal disorders. It is a good medicine for dysentery, hyperacidity, dyspepsia and constipation.
- Pimples are removed by rubbing the white pulp of raw papaya on the face. It brings lustre to the face and removes wrinkles.
- The ripe fruit is easily digestible and prevents constipation.
- The juice of the papaya aids in relieving infections of the colon and has a tendency to break down pus and mucus reached by the juice.
- May help prevent cancer in organs and glands with epithelial tissue (ripe papaya). Papaya’s fiber is able to bind to cancer-causing toxins in the colon and keep them away from the healthy colon cells. In addition, papaya’s folate, vitamin C, beta-carotene, and vitamin E have each been associated with a reduced risk of colon cancer
- Prevents nausea (includes morning sickness and motion sickness)
- The seeds are antihelmintic, for expelling worms and they are given with honey. Chew and swallow two teaspoonfuls of seeds after each principal meal (three times a day).
