Papaya is rich in
vitamin A, B, C, antioxidants, carotene, fiber, potassium, magnesium,
pantothenic acid and folate. Papaya is cholesterol free, fat free, high in
fiber and very low in calories.
People suffering from heart disease, can eat papaya for weight loss and to improve their cholesterol levels and reduce their weight.
People suffering from heart disease, can eat papaya for weight loss and to improve their cholesterol levels and reduce their weight.
How it works?
The vitamins and
minerals in papaya are great boosters for metabolism. Regular consumption of
papaya speeds up the rate of metabolism, your body use fat deposits fast to
produce energy. In this procedure, loss of fat cells imparts you a leaner and
more toned body.
How to consume papaya?
1.
Make slices of the papaya &
store in refrigerator so you can consume it quickly; sprinkle some black pepper
on it to improve the taste. Get a papaya which is ripe and ready to eat.
2.
Take bowl of ripe papaya pieces and
mix it with ½ cup of yogurt/curd and 1 tablespoon of honey. Eat this daily in
the morning and lunch for fast result. You can also add 1 tablespoon of lemon
juice or drink small glass of warm lemon water.
3. Mix papaya with other fruits in salad and you can also add raw unripe papaya in vegetables in your diet.
4.
Papaya can provide up to 25% of
daily fiber intake. In this way, you can use papaya for weight loss as a snack
food.
5.
Eat papaya slices with pinch of salt
or black pepper with your meal, papaya contains excellent enzyme called papain,
dynamically aids in the digestion of proteins, which is very essential factor
in decrease appetite and maintain energy levels.
6.
You can also make papaya jam adding
other low calories fruits. Add some black pepper & lemon juice in jam &
eat with roti, chapattis as breakfast and snacks. You can also make papaya
sauce, pickles. Make it & store in refrigerator so you can consume it
anytime.
7.
Papaya also helps in rejuvenate the
eyes, fight against colon cancer, and decreases inflammation in the joints.
Papaya is very useful in arthritis and other types of internal joint
swelling.
8.
You can drink cup of fresh papaya juice
in breakfast, after lunch and dinner respectively for healthy weight loss.
Other health benefits of papaya
Lowers cholesterol
Boosts your immunity
Great for your eyes
Good for diabetics
Improves digestion
Protects against arthritis
Helps ease menstrual pain
Promotes hair growth
Prevents signs of ageing
Helps reduce stress
Prevents cancer
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