There is no doubt that papaya not only tastes good, but is also packed with rich antioxidants such as carotenes, flavonoids and vitamin C; B vitamins; fiber and minerals, including magnesium, copper and potassium. And the proven health benefits of eating papaya include prevents cancer, reduces the risk of heart disease and diabetes, aids weight loss, treats indigestion, lowers blood pressure and improves wound healing.
We like this fruit, while most people throw the seeds away when eating papaya, what you have to know is that these small black-color seeds are with many health benefits that are surprisingly good for you.
Some of The Main Health Benefits of Papaya Seeds
It has positive effect on your digestive system
The seeds of papaya are believed to provide positive effect on the digestive system due to its strong anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Papain, the digestive enzymes in the seeds can help change the intestinal environment that is more favorable to the good bacteria and less so to the bad ones, thus preventing several common digestive problems.
It acts as an immune supporter
Adequate intake of vitamin A and Vitamin C is essential for the proper function of a healthy immune system, which can be made in the body from the beta-carotene in papaya seeds. A healthy immune system helps you prevent several illnesses such as cold, flu and many kinds of infections.
Papaya seeds prevents cancer
It has been found that papaya seeds contain phenolic and flavonoid compounds that have strong antioxidant properties to slow tumor growth. Papaya seeds also contain isothiocyanate which may prevents colon, lung, breast and prostate cancer.
Detoxify the liver and kidney with papaya seeds to heal any illness
It’s recommended to take a teaspoon of papaya seeds a day to detoxify your liver, as the seeds contain several vital nutrients which helps in healing the liver. Studies have found that papaya seeds could also be used to improve kidney health and prevent renal failure.
For getting its detoxifying effect, grind some seeds and mix them with lime juice. Drink it after one month.
Helps in arthritis
Papaya seeds can help in many diseases, including arthritis, joint pain and swelling due to its strong anti-inflammatory properties. There are two enzymes present in both papaya and its seeds: papain and chymopapain, which can lower the inflammation associated with arthritis effectively.
To eat the papaya seeds, you can mash then with a pestle and toss them in a blender when making your salad dressing. Or just sprinkle them on the salads, they will make your salads more than just tasty.
Sources:
1) http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/275517.php
2) http://www.livestrong.com/article/543510-the-nutritional-value-of-papaya-seeds/
3) http://www.myhealthytraining.com/index.php/2015/09/29/liver-detoxifying-and-kidney-cleaning-with-papaya-seeds/
