Pawpaw leaves
The benefits of papaya are well known since, thanks to its high content of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and digestive enzymes, it is an essential ingredient in a healthy diet. However, papaya leaves also have some interesting contributions to your health, as confirmed by this research carried out by the Colombian Journal of Animal Science.
Unfortunately, these properties are unknown to many, but here we list them for you. Pay attention and, if you can get these leaves, include them in your diet.
1. Papaya leaves fight indigestion
Digestive problems such as infections, stomach aches, and heartburn can be eradicated with the help of papaya leaves, as this study claims. However, it is inferred that more studies are needed in this regard regarding the supposed benefits associated with the digestive tract.
Its enzymes protect the entire digestive system, from the mouth to the colon, and help break down proteins and carbohydrates naturally, helping to relieve the acid that forms in the intestine. Therefore, various studies recommend it for those who do not digest proteins well.
2. Decrease dengue inflammation
Papaya leaves contain enzymes that will help reduce inflammation in the body , fever, pain, and flu associated with dengue fever . An investigation carried out by the Medical College of Dharpur, India, ensures its effectiveness, as well as the safety of its use.
Dengue fever is caused by the bite of a mosquito infected with the virus. This begins with a sudden high fever (reaching 40.5°C) between days 4 and 7 after infection.
2 to 5 days after the fever starts, a flat, red rash may appear over most of the body .
Later in the course of the disease, a second measles-like rash develops.
People infected with dengue may experience increased skin sensitivity and feel a lot of discomfort.
In the face of any of these symptoms, we recommend you go to your doctor and support the treatment with the tea of these leaves.
3. Helps deal with gluten intolerance
Papaya, in general, is highly recommended for those who suffer from celiac disease, according to research such as that carried out by Columbia University.
If your doctor has told you that you are intolerant to gluten, we recommend you consume an infusion of these leaves and visit a nutritionist to make the necessary changes in your diet.
4. Fight cancer
No, papaya leaves do not fight cancer. It is true that the antioxidants in papaya leaves are extremely useful in helping the body fight any imbalance, but that does not imply that it has any anti-cancer function.
On the other hand, research conducted by Virginia State University ensures that the black seeds of this fruit could help prevent the development of malignant cells related to prostate cancer.
5. Eliminate the addiction to carbohydrates and sugars
It is believed that consuming the infusion of these leaves would reduce the craving for foods high in carbohydrates and sugars . However, there is no scientific evidence to support this, although it is true that papaya, like any other fruit, could be a good substitute for these processed foods.
This addiction is a serious problem that can cause binge eating that weakens your health.
6. Fight acne
Acne is a big problem for both teenagers and adults with hormonal problems. If you are suffering from it and have already tried everything without results, try these sheets. According to this study published in the International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research, it could work very well as an anti-acne remedy.
To combat acne and pimples prepare a mask with papaya leaves and a little water .
You will need to run them through the processor to create a paste.
When you have this paste ready, apply it to the skin and let it act directly on your skin for 15 minutes.
Do it periodically for best results.
7. Improve the health of your hair
We are used to seeing papaya as an ingredient in many beauty products. However, the tea made with its leaves will help our hair to recover its natural shine and strengthen it, as confirmed by this research , which also relates this fruit to other benefits for our health.
Now that you know all its properties, drink papaya leaf tea regularly and enjoy all these benefits.
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