KOMPAS.com – Papaya is a fruit that is relied on to prevent constipation thanks to its high fiber content.
This tropical fruit is easy to find in traditional and modern markets in Indonesia at varying prices.
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Papaya tastes sweet with a soft texture when consumed. Papaya also contains a ton of nutrients that make it have many health benefits.
Kompas.com summarizes the benefits of eating papaya on an empty stomach below.
1. Smooth digestion
Illustration of which disease groups should you not eat papaya fruit?
Quoted from Hindustan TimesFriday (17/1/2025), the papain enzyme in papaya can work optimally if you consume this orange fruit on an empty stomach.
The papain enzyme helps improve protein digestion and minimizes the risk of digestive disorders.
2. Increases satiety
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Eating papaya on an empty stomach can help provide a feeling of fullness, making it an ideal snack for those on a diet.
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3. Natural detoxification
Illustration of papaya, papaya plant, planting papaya. Furthermore, consuming papaya on an empty stomach allows the papaya fiber content to more effectively support natural detoxification, as well as the elimination of waste and toxins in the body.
4. Maintain stable blood sugar levels
Illustration of what is eating papaya good for?Papaya is a fruit high in natural sugar. So, you need to be careful about consuming large amounts of papaya.
When consumed on an empty stomach, about two hours after eating, consuming papaya can actually help avoid potential spikes in blood sugar levels thereby promoting better glycemic control.
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