Papaya: Facts, Health Benefits, Consumption and Side Effects

Papaya is a rich source of vitamins and minerals.

Introduction

Papaya fruit grows on a papaya plant that is cultivated usually in a tropical climate.

Papaya
Papaya

Papaya is cultivated in Central America, Hawaii, India and Australia. As traditional medicine it has been used to treat asthma and malaria.

It is a rich source for vitamins and minerals.

Potential Health Benefits of Papaya

  • Anti-oxidant benefit that prevents heart disease
  • May preventing cancer
  • May prevent diabetes
  • Improves digestion

Options to Consume Papaya

  • Ripe papaya can be eaten raw
  • Unripe papaya is used to make sweets
  • Component for tenderizing meat

Caution

Some people have observed allergic reaction to unripe papaya. Consult with your doctor before including it in your diet.

Final Verdict

Papaya has many health benefits, but like anything else, use it as part of a holistic healthy lifestyle that includes healthy diet, proper exercise and regular doctor visit.

We hope the information in this post will be helpful in your journey of aspiring nirvana!