Papaya is a tropical fruit that originated in Mexico and Central America. It grows on sandy, well-drained soil and prefers areas with plenty of sunlight and moisture. Papaya has many health benefits like boosting immunity, being good for diabetics, lowering cholesterol, improving digestion, aiding weight loss, and protecting against cancer and eye damage due to its vitamin, mineral, and antioxidant content. It is also used in skincare and hair care products.

2. Papaya Facts
Papaya is a flowering plant that belongs to the family Caricaceae. This plant originates
from Mexico and Central America. Papaya is cultivated in tropical regions throughout
the world. It grows on sandy, well-drained soil in areas that provide enough direct
sunlight and moisture.
Papaya is a delicious tropical fruitwhich has a great taste,
mouthwatering flavor and great health benefits. Originally from
thetropics of Americathe taste and its numerous healthbenefits
madeit popular in all the continents.
Deliciously sweet withmusky undertones and a soft, butter-
likeconsistency, it is no wonder the papaya was reputably
called the "fruit of the angels" by Christopher Columbus. It
grows on sandy, well-drained soil in areas that are provided
with enoughsunlightand moisture.
(Carica papaya)

3. Papaya enjoys a rich history, and has been used since very long for
medicinal uses in day to day life. The Mayans used to worship papaya
trees and called it the “Tree of Life”. It is said to be one of the favorite
fruits of Christopher Columbus. The story goes that when his crew
landed in America after a long sea voyage on meager meal, the native
people welcomed them with extravagant feast, which caused
digestive problems. The natives took the voyagers to the forest and
offered them papaya and they got cured.
Papayas, native to Central America, have been long
revered by the Latin American Indians. Spanish and
Portuguese explorers brought papayas to many other
subtropical lands to which they journeyed including
India, the Philippines, and parts of Africa.

4. Amount Per 100 grams
Calories 43
Total Fat 0.3 g
Saturated fat 0.1 g
Polyunsaturated fat 0.1 g
Monounsaturated fat 0.1 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 8 mg
Potassium 182 mg
Total Carbohydrate 11 g
Dietary fiber 1.7 g
Sugar 8 g
Protein 0.5 g
Vitamin C 101%
Vitamin A 19%
Calcium 2%
Vitamin D 0%
Vitamin B-12 0%
Vitamin B-6 0%
Iron 1%
Magnesium 5%

5. Boosts your immunity: Your immune system acts as a shield
against various infections that can make you sick. A single papaya can
fulfill more than 200% of your daily requirement of Vitamin C,
making it great to build a stronger immune system.
Good for diabetics: Despite being sweet in nature, papayas are low in sugar
content .This property makes papayas excellent fruits for diabetics. The vitamins
and phytonutrients present in them prevents development of heart disease
in diabetes.
Lowers cholesterol: Papayas are rich in fiber, Vitamin C and
antioxidants that prevent cholesterol build up in your arteries. Too
much cholesterol build-up can block the arteries completely, causing
heart attack.

6. Improves digestion: Often we find ourselves eating junk food or restaurant
food prepared in excessive quantities of oil. Eating a papaya daily can make up
for such occasional mistakes, as it has a digestive enzyme known as papain along
with fibre which helps improve your digestive health.
Helps weight loss: One medium sized papaya contains just 120 calories. It is
also packed with a good amount of dietary fibre that aids weight loss by
promoting a feeling of fullness and controlling cravings.
Great for your eyes: Papayas are rich in Vitamin A and flavonoids like beta-
carotene, zeaxanthin, cyptoxanthin and lutein which keep the mucus membranes in
the eyes healthy, preventing them from damage. Vitamin A in them also prevents
the development of age-related macular degeneration.

7. Skin & Papaya- It is great for the skin and can be used as a face pack to get its benefits.
It helps to get rid of acne and skin infections as it helps to open clogged pores. It helps to
dissolve the dead cells, giving fresh and glowing skin as a result. It is good to cure the skin
infections and wounds that don’t heal quickly. It reduces wrinkles and other signs of
ageing
Promotes hair growth: Apart from keeping the skin healthy, papayas are very
effective for maintaining healthy hair. Vitamin A in them is utilized for keeping the hair
smooth, shiny and moisturized. External application of papaya extract to the scalp can help
you get rid of dandruff. The nutrients present in them help hair loss. They boost hair
growth and strengthening.
Prevents cancer: Papaya is a rich source of antioxidants, phytonutrients and
flavonoids that prevent your cells from undergoing free radical damage. A study conducted
by the Harvard School of Public Health’s Department showed the richness of beta carotene
in papayas protected against prostate cancer and colon cancer growth.

8. With its tuft of spiky, dustygreen leavesand cross-hatched, golden orange
skin, the pineapple has a distinctive appearance.A single pineapple is, in
fact made of manyindividual berries that fuse together around a central
core.
Availableyear-round in local markets, pineappleshave a vibrant tropical
flavor that balances thetastesof sweet and tart. pineapple is lowin
calories, it is a storehouse for several unique healthpromoting compounds,
mineralsand vitamins that are essential for optimum health.
(Ananas comosus)

9. Calories 50
Total Fat 0.1 g
Saturated fat 0 g
Polyunsaturated fat 0 g
Monounsaturated fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 1 mg
Potassium 109 mg
Total Carbohydrate 13 g
Dietary fiber 1.4 g
Sugar 10 g
Protein 0.5 g

10. Vitamin
A
1%
Vitamin
C
79%
Calcium 1% Iron 1%
Vitamin
D
0%
Vitamin
B-6
5%
Vitamin
B-12
0%
Magnesi
um
3%

11. reduces morning sickness
consuming pineapple helps reduce morning sickness. Those suffering from
terrible morning sickness can consume a bowl of pineapple on empty stomach
to help ease this problem.
strong bones and anti-inflammatory properties
Pineapple is rich in manganese that is necessary to build strong bones and connective
tissues. It also has anti–inflammatory properties which when taken regularly, helps to
reduce the pain associated with arthritis in elderly
Prevents mucous accumulation
Drinking a glass of pineapple juice regularly helps to prevent mucous
accumulation in the throat. It brings out the mucous during a productive cough
and clears the lungs because of its high vitamin C content

12. prevent blood clots
Another benefit of consuming pineapple is that it helps to prevent
blood clots. It is a rich source of anti-coagulant. So, people who suffer
from bleeding disorders are advised to consume a bowl of pineapples
daily.
healthy oral cavity
Adding on to the benefits is the ability to get a healthy oral cavity.
Pineapples are acidic in nature; this helps them to prevent any bacterial
growth in the mouth thus discouraging plaque growth in the buccal
mucosa (the mucous membranes lining the inside of the mouth).

13. Many are aware that this fruit is rich in vitamins. What
many are not aware is that pineapple has a lot of other
health benefits. It has properties that help to fight
against various illness and sicknesses such as sinusitis,
arthritis, indigestion, infections of the stomach and
intestines. It helps to ease indigestion because it is filled
with proteolytic enzyme that breaks down protein
thereby promoting digestion.
Colds and Coughs
The combination of very high levels of vitamin C with anti-
inflammatory bromelain makes pineapples a particularly effective
treatment for coughs, colds and other respiratory problems.