Papaya
Juicy Trivia
Though its origin is not completely clear, the papaya is thought to be a fusion of two or more species of Carica native to Mexico and Central America. The Papaya was said to have been given the coveted title of "fruit of the angels" by Christopher Columbus.
Jason Says...
Also known as paw paw, papayas are rich in papain, a proteolytic enzyme. This will give a boost to the digestive system. Blends well with other tropical fruits such as mango to give a lovely sweet smoothie.
Juice or Smoothie?
Smoothie: If fresh papaya is unavailable you can use frozen papaya which will still be nutrient rich.
Juicy Benefits
Enabling easy digestion of complex proteins.
A good option for diabetics due as it's high in vitamins and mineral and has a low sugar content despite being deliciously sweet.
Lowers cholesterol Papayas are rich in fibre, Vitamin C and antioxidants that prevent cholesterol build up in your arteries. Too much cholesterol build-up can block the arteries completely, causing heart attack.
Research
Food Research International (A journal of the Canadian Institute of Food Science and Technology (CIFST)) have found recent studies have demonstrated that vitamin C, phenols, and carotenoids are bioactive compounds that protect the body from oxidative stress, reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases and some types of cancer. Qualitative and quantitative analysis of the major phytochemicals found in papaya fruit flesh and skin (Carica papaya L., cv Maradol) was conducted in four stages of ripeness, using high-performance liquid chromatography mass spectrometry. Phenolic compounds identified in the fruit skin tended to decrease with ripening. The compounds identified were ferulic acid (277.49 to 186.63 mg/100 gDW), p-coumaric acid (229.59 to 135.64 mg/100 gDW), and caffeic acid (175.51 to 112.89 mg/100 gDW). The following carotenoids, along with vitamin C, increased in flesh with ripening; lycopene (0.36 to 3.40 mg/100 gDW), β-criptoxanthin (0.28 to 1.06 mg/100 gDW), β-carotene (0.23 to 0.50 mg/100 gDW), and vitamin C (25.07 to 58.59 mg/100 gDW). These results indicate that stage of ripeness significantly influences the contents of bioactive compounds in papaya fruit.
Vitamins, Minerals and Extras
Vitamins A, C, Beta-Carotene and Folate
Calcium, magnesium and Iron.
Protedytic Enzymes.
References
http://whatthafact.com/nutrition-facts-of-papaya/
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