We all understand the benefit of eating fruits and vegetables. Even if we don't incorporate enough of them into our everyday diet, their importance has been harped on for eons. So most of us have a general understanding that to improve our health, eating fresh fruits is typically encouraged. What some do not realize is that all fruits are not created equally. There are some that have less nutritional value than others. There are some fruits that are high in both calories and sugar, and excess consumption of them could lead to unsavory, unhealthy results. Well, the fruit papaya is one that is fundamentally great for you for many different reasons. Listed below are some of the benefits of papaya. 

Lowers Cholesterol

A natural antioxidant full of vitamin C, papaya is known to prevent cholesterol build up in the arteries. Excessive cholesterol build up can lead to many terrible health concerns such as heart disease, hypertension and stroke. If you have a familial history of these concerns, its imperative that you lower your cholesterol. If you are interested in taking preventative measures to lower your cholesterol, definitely add this fruit to your diet.

Helps Weight Loss

This is a benefit that many people would be excited to hear. Papaya is naturally low in calories while also being high in fiber - two integral keys to dropping weight quickly. The number of calories that is consumed on a daily basis must be decreased in order to lose weight. Also, the presence of fiber allows the digestive system optimal productivity as well as allowing you to feel fuller longer.

Great For Eyes

Sometimes neglected on the list of health concerns, the eyes are very sensitive and should be cared for with the utmost attention. Papaya is rich in vitamin A, which helps your vision from dissolving. Due to ailments like age-related macular degeneration, some lose the keenness of their prior vision. Adding papaya to your diet will help circumvent that process.

Anti-Aging

Many of us want to ward of the aging process for as long as humanly possible. Papayas are a great way to help the anti-aging process as they are rich in antioxidants, vitamin E, and vitamin C. The free radicals that tend to harm and make our skin appear older and cause wrinkles will be snuffed out by the beta-carotene that helps correct and alleviate the aging process.

Helps Reduce Stress

Now I know we could all use something to help us relax, and that stress may run you into the ground on a perpetual basis. Stress is so tricky because it slowly creeps up on you and can be the precursor for several health conditions and issues if it is not managed carefully. The thing about stress is that it's sometimes hard to recognize and, depending on the level of it, even harder to manage. High levels of vitamin C have been shown to lower the stress hormone after only one dosage. Adding papaya to your diet consistently could have your stress evaporate in no time.

Subscribe to our Trusted Health Club newsletter for more information about natural living tips, natural health, oral health and skincare. If you are looking for more health resources make sure to check out the Trusted Health Resources list.  

Reviewed By:

Founder Ray Spotts has a passion for all things natural and has made a life study of nature as it relates to health and well-being. Ray became a forerunner bringing products to market that are extraordinarily effective and free from potentially harmful chemicals and additives. For this reason Ray formed Trusted Health Products, a company you can trust for clean, effective, and healthy products. Ray is an organic gardener, likes fishing, hiking, and teaching and mentoring people to start new businesses. You can get his book for free, “How To Succeed In Business Based On God’s Word,” at www.rayspotts.com.