Benefits Of Papaya

A healthy body leads to a healthy mind and to have a healthy body, you need a healthy diet. Time and again we have used several skin products to gain a perfect glowing skin. We consume several vitamin and mineral tablets to attain a healthy body but somewhere we have forgotten that we need to eat healthy first to get a properly functioning body. Papaya is such a fruit which can be used in ripe or unripe, any form to serve several benefits to our body.

1. Rich in fibre-

Papaya provides you with loads of dietary fibre. It absorbs cancer causing toxins from the colon and eliminates them from the bowel. Its fibres nourish the beneficial communities of microorganisms within your body. It also aids in the digestion process. Besides it gives a wonderful glow to your skin with the help of its enzymes.

2. High Vitamin and Mineral content-

Papaya is very rich in Vitamin C, an extremely potent antioxidant. It has wound healing properties and can reduce the risk of cancer. Also it boosts your immunity to fight off ailments such as cough and cold. It is also rich in Vitamin A and minerals like iron, potassium, phosphorus, calcium, manganese, magnesium and copper. Vitamin A provides you with a good vision while phosphorus is responsible for good heart health.

3. Abundance in Bioflavins:

Vitamin P or bioflavins are categorised as semi essential nutrients which respond to the biological changes in the body. They modify the reaction of the body to carcinogens, allergens and viruses. Hence it protects you from life threatening diseases.

4. Beneficial for your skin:

Papaya is not just beneficial for your internal health but for your overall health. It is a boon for people with dry skin. There are certain enzymes present in papaya which can provide assistance in treating dry, flaky skin and rehydrate it. It moisturises your skin, clears pigmentations, reduces under eye dark circles and wrinkles. It also helps in the treatment of eczema and psoriasis. It treats melasma and also helps in removing tan. Besides, it checks acne breakouts. You can try using a papaya face mask to obtain a soft and supple skin.

5. Treating pigmentations:

Many of us have to suffer from scars left by notorious acne. You can resort to papaya if you have been suffering from uneven pigmentation. It has many skin lightening properties which help in treating blemishes and pigmentations. Papaya is rich in beta carotene enzymes and several phytochemicals which help in enhancing fairness. It has an enzymes called papain along with several alpha hydroxy acids, which act as very powerful exfoliater and it also dissolves inactive proteins and removed dead skin cells. You would be left with lighter and softer skin.

6. Reduces lines and wrinkles:

The papaya peel can help in reducing the signs of aging process. The peel is rich in enzymes which remove dead skin cells from the surface of the skin. It has been claimed to be as effective as retin-A. The removal of dead skin cells helps in reducing wrinkles and age spots as well. All you need to do is rub the papaya peel all over your face and neck and then rinse off with cold water after 20 minutes.

Papaya is rightly referred to as "the fruit of the angels". It is very rich in nutrients and is loaded with antioxidants, carotenoids, vitamin C and much more. It prevents diseases and provides us with a myriad of benefits. Besides, it is also delicious and versatile. With that being said, papaya becomes a must add to your diet.