10 Great Reasons to Eat Papaya
Sweet, delicious and has butter-like texture – there’s no wonder why Christopher Columbus called papaya the “fruit of the angels”. Once considered “exotic”, this tropical fruit can now be found in local supermarkets and groceries throughout the year.
Have you tried papaya? You should. Not only does it taste delicious, it is also packed with amazing health benefits!
It promotes digestive health.
Papaya contains nutrients that were shown to be helpful in preventing colon cancer. The reason is that the fruit is loaded with fibre, which fights cancer-causing toxins in the colon. In addition to fibre, papaya also contains loads of vitamin C, beta-carotene, and vitamin E that have been associated to a lower risk of the disease.
It has anti-inflammatory properties.
Papaya is a haven of protein-digesting enzymes, such as papain and chymopapain that have been shown to help lower inflammation. Numerous studies have shown that inflammation can lead to many diseases, including asthma, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid and arthritis.
Papaya promotes immune health.
This wonderful fruit, which is perfect for smoothies, contains vitamin A and C which are both important in promoting a healthier immune system. Eating papaya as often as possible can therefore protect you and your kids from recurring ear infections, colds and flu.
It protects macular degeneration.
A study published in the Archives of Ophthalmology suggests that eating three or more servings of fruit per day may lower a person’s risk of age-related macular degeneration (ARMD) – the primary cause of vision loss among adults. Papaya is a great addition to your regular fruit choices because it is abundant in vitamins A, C, and E; and carotenoids.
It is good for diabetics.
Looking for something sweet but low in sugar? Papaya is a good choice. This fruit has low glycaemic index which makes it an excellent choice for diabetic patients. Also, the phytonutrients present in this fruit may help lower your risk of the disease.
Papaya is perfect for the skin.
Papaya is often found in many skincare products because it is rich in antioxidants like beta-carotene that protect your skin against free radical damage that cause wrinkles, dry skin and blemishes. Also, the vitamin E in papaya promotes healthy, youthful skin. Apart from eating papaya, you can also apply it directly on your skin and use it as face mask.
It promotes hair growth.
Apart from the skin-nourishing benefits of papaya, this tropical fruit also has hair-promoting properties. External application of papaya extract to the scalp helps you get rid of dandruff. Also, eating it as often as possible will provide you with the nutrients needed to fight hair loss.
It fights stress.
After a hard day at work, reward yourself with a glass of papaya smoothie or a plate of fresh papaya slices. The vitamin C present in this fruit has stress-relieving properties. Research by the University of Alabama suggests that vitamin C regulate the flow of stress in the body.
It promotes heart health.
The nutrients found in papaya like fibre prevent cholesterol build-up of cholesterol in your arteries. Too much cholesterol build-up can lead to several heart diseases including heart attack and hypertension.
It helps ease menstrual pain.
Women who are experiencing menstrual pain can benefit from indulging in several servings of papaya, as an enzyme called papain helps in regulating and easing flow during menstrual periods. Don’t worry, papayas are very low in calories. A hundred gram of papaya only has 43 calories!
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