Nutritional Value (per 100g):
- Water content: 90%
- Protein: 0 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: ~7 g
- Calories (Energy): 32 kcal
Health Benefits:
- Easily digested, especially suitable for babies.
- Contains a compound called peperino, which aids digestion.
- Acts as a natural conditioner when papaya paste is applied to the scalp.
- Daily consumption may help reduce autoimmune disorders (e.g., joint and leg pain) within 1–4 weeks (based on 2005 German research).
- This was proven by German scientists in 2005.
- Contains a chemical that helps lower LDL (bad cholesterol).
- Good for skin beauty and improving bowel movement smoothness.
- Beneficial for diabetic patients as it doesn’t spike sugar levels quickly.
Risks & Precautions:
- Raw papaya may cause abortions (studies on rats showed terminated pregnancies).
- Women are advised to avoid raw or ripe papaya during periods, as it may increase bleeding.
