Eating natural, fresh produce is the best way to be healthy. Nature has provided us with several nutritious fruits, vegetables, and herbs that you can eat for good health. Consuming these natural foods gives your body the necessary nutrition boosting overall health. Papaya in its raw form, or raw papaya, is one of the foods that is known to be good for your health, says dietician Avni Kaul.
This blog by India’s leading dietician, Avni Kaul, tells us about the humble green fruit that is plucked before it can completely ripen. It is beneficial for you in ways that you may not know.
Boosts digestion
Raw papaya promotes good digestion. Almost all the parts of the plant can be used in some way or the other. The highest concentrations of the beneficial digestive enzyme ‘papain’, are present in raw papaya. When papaya is in its raw form, the enzymes are more bio-available for the body to use. The fiber content inside raw papaya works as an internal cleanser for the colon and gut. It also keeps your digestive issues such as acidity, bloating, and constipation at bay.
Better skin health
Raw papaya is rich in Vitamin C which makes it great for skin health. It also helps dissolve dead skin cells and repair the old ones, thereby helping the skin rejuvenate from within. Because the fiber in the raw fruit cleanses the body internally of any toxins, consuming raw papaya daily helps with skin conditions such as acne, blemishes and pigmentation.
Thanks to its fiber content, raw papaya keeps one feel full for longer. Raw papaya is low in calories and has a lot of starch too. It prevents digestive problems and facilitates smooth bowel movement. Raw papaya might also have a positive effect on cholesterol reduction as per studies. So, snack on some raw papaya salads without guilt on a weight loss diet.
Detoxifies body
The high vitamins and mineral content of raw papaya make it a natural detoxifier for the body. Also, the fiber content removes toxins and waste from your system efficiently. The enzymes and phytonutrients found in raw papaya may prove beneficial for repairing cell damage. The enzyme latex present in raw papaya provides your body with a sparkling cleanse from the inside.
Avni Kaul is Founder of Nutriactivania with Masters Degree in Food and Nutrition from University of Delhi and is also a Certified Diabetes Educator from Project Hope and International Diabetes Federation. She is a Leicester Mammas Ambassador trained in Lactation Counselling with NHS United Kingdom. Mammas support pregnant and new mothers and their families. Specializations of Avni Kaul Include Infant and Young Child Feeding Practises, Pre and Post natal diets, Fat loss, Muscle Gain and Holistic Health and Nutrition