Written By: Aishwarya Iyer | Published : August 11, 2018, 3:38 PM
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'The fruit of angels' or papaya must be your go-to fruit. This tropical fruit should be on your must have list, not only for its multi-vitamin properties, but also for a host of benefits that it imparts. Here are 7 of them.
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Aids digestion- Papaya contains a special digestive enzyme named papain. It is known to be the most powerful digestive aid and has proven to be very successful for treating diseases that plague digestion.
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Papaya for dengue- Papaya leaf extracts are given to patients with dengue so as to amp the platelet count as well the red blood cell counts.
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Prevents cancer- Papain has the ability to break down proteins that help in attacking the protective coating found on cancer cells. Thereby, it prevents the growth of cancer cells in the body.
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Anti-ageing properties- Papaya is a powerhouse of Vitamin C, Vitamin A and other flavanoids that help in keeping your skin young and wrinkle-free.
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Boosts your immunity- Papaya leaves are rich in Vitamin A,B and E- which boost the immune system in your body- so as to fight diseases.
