Friday, October 26, 2012

Health benefits of papaya fruit

The papaya is an amazingly rich source of the proteolytic enzymes. These are the chemicals that enable the digestion of protein.

Papaya leaf extract has shown vasodialtory and antioxidant properties, which could provide health benefits to reduce cardiovascular risks.

In addition to providing protective benefits against cancer, heart disease and other disease associated with free radical damage, papayas are valued for their papain content. It is the most important enzymes in the papaya.

This protein, digesting enzymes is used in digestive enzymes dietary supplements and is also used as an ingredient in many meat tenderizers.

Papaya extract is a good source of antioxidants with a potential as an antifertility drug.

Papaya also rich in vitamin C, antioxidants and potassium. Papaya is an ideal fruit for smokers as it replaces the lost level of vitamin C.
Health benefits of papaya fruit

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