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Papaya seeds are often thrown away, even though they have many healthy benefits. Consuming it helps improve digestion, lose weight, and has anti-cancer potential.
When consuming papaya, most people only focus on the flesh of the fruit. Meanwhile, the seeds were immediately thrown away because they didn’t think they could be eaten.
In fact, papaya seeds can be consumed. The seeds of this fruit can be eaten directly if you like the slightly spicy taste. If you want it to be tastier, you can add a little honey or lemon juice.
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Alternatively, papaya seeds are mixed in salads or smoothies, made into powder, or brewed as tea with the addition of honey or lemon to make it even tastier.
Papaya seeds contain fiber, healthy fatty acids, and other beneficial compounds, including polyphenols and flavonoids.
Papaya seeds are highly nutritious and have been linked to a number of health benefits. Here are some of the benefits of eating papaya seeds:
1. Improves the digestive system
Papaya seeds contain the enzyme papain which can help the digestive system.
Enjoy a teaspoon of fresh papaya seeds after meals to support healthy digestion and prevent digestive problems such as bloating, constipation and other disorders.
2. Improve liver health
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Papaya seeds are rich in antioxidants which are believed to ward off various diseases, including liver disease. The compounds in papaya seeds can help detoxify the liver.
Crush one tablespoon of papaya seeds and mix them with a glass of juice or water. Consume this mixture once daily for several weeks to support liver health.
3. Relieves inflammation
Papaya seeds are rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that can reduce inflammation.
4. Improve the immune system
Papaya seeds are loaded with vitamin C, which boosts the immune system and helps collagen production, improving healthy skin, hair and nails.
5. Help you lose weight
Papaya seeds can help with weight management due to their high fiber content. The fiber content helps you feel full longer and regulates blood sugar levels.
Integrating papaya seeds with your diet can help with weight management.
6. Antiparasitic properties
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Papaya seeds have anti-parasitic properties that can help eradicate intestinal worms and other parasites. Crush a handful of seeds and mix them with a tablespoon of honey or yogurt.
Consume this mixture on an empty stomach for about a week, followed by a laxative so that it can remove the parasites from the body.
7. Anticancer potential
Research suggests that papaya seeds may have anti-cancer properties due to their ability to inhibit the growth of some types of cancer cells.
This article was published on CNN Indonesia with the title “Don’t throw it away, here are 7 unexpected benefits of eating papaya seeds“
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