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Benefits of Papaya

Vidya. M

; Bhavya, S V

; Sunitha, P S

; Rashmi, P

.  International Journal of Advances in Nursing Management

; New Delhi (Jun 30, 2019).

Mrs. Vidya. M1, Mrs. Bhavya. S. V2, Mrs. Sunitha. P. S1, Mrs. Rashmi P1

1Asst. Lecturer, JSS College of Nursing, Mysore, Karnataka

2Asst. Professor, JSS College of Nursing, Mysore, Karnataka

*Corresponding Author E-mail: vidyamk2011@gmail.com

ABSTRACT:

Christopher Columbus, an Italian voyager once referred to papayas as the fruit of the angels. The fruit which is extremely rich in Vitamin C has a wide range of health benefits making it a great fruit option to include in your diet. It is Beneficial to all organs and in all stages of life.

KEYWORDS: Carica papaya , Vitamin A.

INTRODUCTION:

Papaya, a tropical fruit was reputably called "the fruit of the angels" by Christopher Columbus. In the 20th century, papayas were brought to the United States and have been cultivated in Hawaii, the major U.S. producer since the 1920s.

Today, the largest commercial producers of papayas include the United States, Mexico and Puerto Rico.

* Family:            Caricaceae

* Genus:             Carica

* Species:           papaya

* Scientific Name: Carica Papaya

* Origin – Central America and Southern Mexico

Also knows as:

* Papita, Papeeta, Papiitaa, paw-paw

Proteolytic enzyme extracted from latex are used as:

* Meat tenderizer

* Cosmetics

* Leather industry

* Medicinal uses

In Antioxidants and Abundant in Bioflavonoids –Rich

Skin Benefits:

* Moisturizes Skin

* Clears Pigmentation

* Reduces Wrinkles

* Reduces Under-Eye Dark Circles

* Cures Eczema and Psoriasis

* Treats Melasma...