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Papaya Facts

Papaya is a flowering plant that belongs to the family Caricaceae. This plant originates from Mexico and Central America. Papaya is cultivated in tropical regions throughout the world. It grows on sandy, well-drained soil in areas that provide enough direct sunlight and moisture.

PapayaPapaya is a delicious tropical fruit which has a great taste, mouthwatering flavor and great health benefits. Originally from the tropics of America the taste and its numerous health benefits made it popular in all the continents. 

Deliciously sweet with musky undertones and a soft, butter-like consistency, it is no wonder the papaya was reputably called the "fruit of the angels" by Christopher Columbus. It grows on sandy, well-drained soil in areas that are provided with enough sunlight and moisture.

(Carica papaya)

HISTORYPapaya enjoys a rich history, and has been used since very long for medicinal uses in day to day life. The Mayans used to worship papaya trees and called it the “Tree of Life”. It is said to be one of the favorite fruits of Christopher Columbus. The story goes that when his crew landed in America after a long sea voyage on meager meal, the native people welcomed them with extravagant feast, which caused digestive problems. The natives took the voyagers to the forest and offered them papaya and they got cured.

Papayas, native to Central America, have been long revered by the Latin American Indians. Spanish and Portuguese explorers brought papayas to many other subtropical lands to which they journeyed including India, the Philippines, and parts of Africa.

Amount Per 100 grams

Calories 43Total Fat 0.3 g Saturated fat 0.1 gPolyunsaturated fat 0.1 gMonounsaturated fat 0.1 g

Cholesterol 0 mgSodium 8 mgPotassium 182 mg

Total Carbohydrate 11 gDietary fiber 1.7 gSugar 8 gProtein 0.5 g

Nutrition Facts

Vitamin C 101%Vitamin A 19%Calcium 2% Vitamin D 0%Vitamin B-12 0%Vitamin B-6 0%Iron 1%Magnesium 5%

Boosts your immunity: Your immune system acts as a shield against various infections that can make you sick. A single papaya can fulfill more than 200% of your daily requirement of Vitamin C, making it great to build a stronger immune system. Good for diabetics: Despite being sweet in nature, papayas are low in sugar content .This property makes papayas excellent fruits for diabetics. The vitamins and phytonutrients present in them prevents development of heart disease in diabetes.

Lowers cholesterol: Papayas are rich in fiber, 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.Health benefits of

papaya

Improves digestion: Often we find ourselves eating junk food or restaurant food prepared in excessive quantities of oil. Eating a papaya daily can make up for such occasional mistakes, as it has a digestive enzyme known as papain along with fibre which helps improve your digestive health.Helps weight loss: One medium sized papaya contains just 120 calories. It is also packed with a good amount of dietary fibre that aids weight loss by promoting a feeling of fullness and controlling cravings. Great for your eyes: Papayas are rich in Vitamin A and flavonoids like beta-carotene, zeaxanthin, cyptoxanthin and lutein which keep the mucus membranes in the eyes healthy, preventing them from damage. Vitamin A in them also prevents the development of age-related macular degeneration.

Skin & Papaya- It is great for the skin and can be used as a face pack to get its benefits. It helps to get rid of acne and skin infections as it helps to open clogged pores. It helps to dissolve the dead cells, giving fresh and glowing skin as a result. It is good to cure the skin infections and wounds that don’t heal quickly. It reduces wrinkles and other signs of ageing Promotes hair growth: Apart from keeping the skin healthy, papayas are very effective for maintaining healthy hair. Vitamin A in them is utilized for keeping the hair smooth, shiny and moisturized. External application of papaya extract to the scalp can help you get rid of dandruff. The nutrients present in them help hair loss. They boost hair growth  and strengthening. Prevents cancer: Papaya is a rich source of antioxidants, phytonutrients and flavonoids that prevent your cells from undergoing free radical damage. A study conducted by the Harvard School of Public Health’s Department showed the richness of beta carotene in papayas protected against prostate cancer and colon cancer growth.

PineappleWith its tuft of spiky, dusty green

leaves and cross-hatched, golden orange skin, the pineapple has a distinctive appearance. A single pineapple is, in fact made of many individual berries that fuse together around a central core.

Available year-round in local markets, pineapples have a vibrant tropical flavor that balances the tastes of sweet and tart. pineapple is low in calories, it is a storehouse for several unique health promoting compounds, minerals and vitamins that are essential for optimum health.

(Ananas comosus)

Nutrition FactsAMOUNT PER 100 GRAMS

Calories 50Total Fat 0.1 gSaturated fat 0 gPolyunsaturated fat 0 gMonounsaturated fat 0 gCholesterol 0 mgSodium 1 mgPotassium 109 mgTotal Carbohydrate 13 gDietary fiber 1.4 gSugar 10 gProtein 0.5 g

Vitamin A 1% Vitamin

C 79%

Calcium 1% Iron 1%Vitamin D 0% Vitamin

B-6 5%

Vitamin B-12 0% Magnesi

um 3%

Health benefits of pineapple

reduces morning sicknessconsuming pineapple helps reduce morning sickness. Those suffering from terrible morning sickness can consume a bowl of pineapple on empty stomach to help ease this problem.

strong bones and anti-inflammatory properties Pineapple is rich in manganese that is necessary to build strong bones and connective tissues. It also has anti–inflammatory properties which when taken regularly, helps to reduce the pain associated with arthritis in elderlyPrevents mucous accumulationDrinking a glass of pineapple juice regularly helps to prevent mucous accumulation in the throat. It brings out the mucous during a productive cough and clears the lungs because of its high vitamin C content

prevent blood clotsAnother benefit of consuming pineapple is that it helps to prevent blood clots. It is a rich source of anti-coagulant. So, people who suffer from bleeding disorders are advised to consume a bowl of pineapples daily.

healthy oral cavityAdding on to the benefits is the ability to get a healthy oral cavity. Pineapples are acidic in nature; this helps them to prevent any bacterial growth in the mouth thus discouraging plaque growth in the buccal mucosa (the mucous membranes lining the inside of the mouth).

Many are aware that this fruit is rich in vitamins. What many are not aware is that pineapple has a lot of other health benefits. It has properties that help to fight against various illness and sicknesses such as sinusitis, arthritis, indigestion, infections of the stomach and intestines. It helps to ease indigestion because it is filled with proteolytic enzyme that breaks down protein thereby promoting digestion.

Colds and CoughsThe combination of very high levels of vitamin C with anti-inflammatory bromelain makes pineapples a particularly effective treatment for coughs, colds and other respiratory problems.

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