Papaya (paw paw) is really a great and delicious fruit which I believe many of us have had a test of it.
Papaya is not just tasty and delicious but packed with numerous nutrients with a lot health benefits.
In today's post, we are looking at some health benefits of papaya.
1. Boosts Your Immunity - A single papaya can provide more than 200% of your daily requirement of vitamin C, which is known to boost the body's immune system.
2. Lower Cholesterol - Papayas can lower cholesterol levels in your body. Because they are rich in fibre, vitamin C and antioxidants that can prevent cholesterol build up in the arteries.
3. Helps to Ease Menstrual Pains - Papaya contains an enzyme known as papain which helps in regulating and easing flow during menstrual periods.
4. Prevents Cancer - Papaya, is rich in antioxidants and photo-nutrients that can mop up free radicals from system and prevent the cells from damages caused by free radicals.
A study by Harvard School of Public Health showed that the richness of beta-carotene in papayas protected against prostrate cancer and colon cancer growth.