The papaya is a pear-shaped tree-fruit that is commonly referred to as the “the Fruit of the Angels,” due to its multiple health benefits. When ripe, the papaya’s flesh tends to turn an orange/pink, orange/yellow color and can be characterized as having a rich, yet sweet flavor. Papaya can be eaten outright after removing the skin and the seeds, but also has a multitude of different uses which include tenderizing meat and revitalizing skin and hair.
Papaya is not only good to eat but as well as our body it nourishes our skin; it rejuvenates skin and also helps keep skin hydrated.
If you want glowing skin, use papaya-honey mask: Mash half a papaya and mix it with three spoons of honey to make a smooth paste. Apply it gently on your face and neck. Leave it on for 20 minutes and then rinse with cold water.
Suffering from acne: Apply finely grounded paste of raw papaya on your face and leave it for half an hour. This will help you get rid of the unwanted blemishes on skin.
Treats cracks: Besides face, mashed papaya can also be used to treat sore and cracked heels.
Natural conditioner: As it is rich in minerals, vitamins and enzymes, papaya acts as a natural conditioner, making your hair soft and smooth. Blend papaya, banana, yoghurt and coconut oil together into a thick paste. Apply it to damp hair. Wrap a towel or use a shower cap for half an hour to generate heat in your scalp. Rinse with warm water.
The papaya contains a large amount of Vitamin C, which is key for its restorative and healing properties. It also contains about 224% of your daily needs of vitamins and mineral. The enzyme called papain which breaks down proteins, carbohydrates and fats, can prevent gastrointestinal tract disorders, diabetes, colorectal cancers, intestinal parasite infections, nerve pains and even elephantoid growths.
Carpain is another chemical that the papaya contains which kills off certain parasites and parasite infections. Papaya also contains a host of other vitamins, acids, enzymes and minerals such as magnesium, copper, fiber, folic acid, vitamins E, A, B6, B1, beta carotene, and riboflavin.
Papaya seeds contain anti-fungal properties which, in turn, help ward off and prevent dandruff. You can either use papaya seed oil (which you can purchase from major vitamin stores), or you can blend the papaya seeds together with a carrier oil (olive, coconut, etc.) to make a paste, apply it to the scalp and rinse out.
