Papaya is a sweet fruit rich in vitamins C, E and beta-carotene and is loved by many people. For a long time, papaya has been scientifically proven to bring many health benefits and reduce the risk of many diseases. When he first encountered papaya, explorer Christopher Columbus - the discoverer of America, called it "the fruit of angels" or "the lord of fruits". Papaya is native to southern Mexico and Central America but is grown mostly in tropical regions. However, few people know that not only does the fruit bring great health benefits, papaya leaves are also considered a valuable medicine that we cannot ignore. According to research, papaya leaves contain many fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E and K); vitamins B and C; and minerals such as iron, sodium and magnesium that are essential for health. Specifically, here are the outstanding benefits of papaya leaves that you may not know:
Supports digestive function !!
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According to experts, fresh papaya leaves or tea are often used as a therapy to reduce uncomfortable digestive symptoms such as bloating, heartburn, etc. The fiber in papaya leaves helps support healthy digestive function. In addition, papaya leaves are also used as a laxative to treat constipation problems, by softening waste and improving bowel movements with very few side effects.
According to a study published in the Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Biomedicine, papaya leaves contain fiber that helps the digestive system stay healthy and a compound called papain, which has the ability to break down large proteins into smaller proteins and amino acids, making them easier to digest. Papain is also used as a meat tenderizer, making meat less tough in culinary processing.
Controlling blood sugar levels
Some studies have shown that papaya leaf extract has antioxidant and hypoglycemic effects. Therefore, papaya leaves can protect insulin-producing cells in the pancreas from damage. In addition, in traditional Mexican medicine, papaya leaves are often used to treat diabetes and improve blood sugar control.
According to nutritionists, papaya leaves cooked into a drink also contain natural ingredients that can stimulate the activity of the hormone insulin in the body. This helps the body increase its ability to control and regulate blood sugar levels more closely, reducing the risk of diabetes, obesity and cardiovascular disease.
Anti-inflammatory
Papaya is known to help improve inflammation symptoms. Because papaya contains two important compounds, papain and chymopapain. These are two effective protein-digesting enzymes that help reduce inflammation and heal injuries. In addition, papaya also contains a lot of vitamin C, E and beta-carotene, which have the highest anti-inflammatory effect.
And according to research, papaya leaves also have good anti-inflammatory properties thanks to the presence of many nutrients and plant compounds with anti-inflammatory properties, such as papain, flavonoids and vitamin E.
Papaya leaf preparations are often used to treat a variety of inflammatory conditions including skin rashes, muscle pain and joint pain. Research published in the Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Biomedicine showed that papaya leaf extract significantly reduced inflammation and swelling in the feet when suffering from arthritis.
Treatment of dengue fever symptoms
One of the most prominent medicinal benefits of papaya leaves is its ability to treat some of the symptoms associated with dengue fever. Studies have shown that papaya leaf extract can increase the number of platelets in the blood and reduce fever, thereby reducing the symptoms of dengue fever.
In addition, papaya leaf extract also has few side effects and has been proven to be more effective than conventional treatments.
Some notes when using papaya leaves:
Although it brings many benefits, not everyone is suitable to use papaya leaves. Some groups of people such as: Children and pregnant women, people with digestive problems such as stomach ulcers, gastritis should avoid drinking papaya leaf water.
Some studies show that papaya leaves can cause uterine contractions, leading to the risk of miscarriage. Moreover, the composition of papaya leaf water can affect the development of the fetus and the quality of breast milk. In addition, papaya leaves contain the enzyme papain, which can irritate the stomach and make ulcers worse.
- If you want to use papaya leaves for any health purpose, you should still consult a specialist to avoid unwanted effects.
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