Papaya eaten as fruit is actually papaya, also known as Cucurbita moschata, Cucurbita moschata and Xanthoceras sorbifolia. Its skin is smooth and beautiful, its flesh is thick and delicate, its aroma is rich, its juice is rich, it is sweet and delicious, and its nutrition is rich. It is known as "Baiyi Fruit", "King of Fruits" and "Longevity Melon", and it is one of the four famous fruits in Lingnan. Papaya is rich in 17 amino acids, calcium, iron, papain, Carica Papaya L., etc. Its vitamin C content is 48 times that of apples, and half a medium-sized papaya is enough for adults to need vitamin C all day. Papaya is known as "Chaenomeles" in China. As the name implies, eating more can prolong life. ≮ Efficacy ≯ Papaya has the function of strengthening the spleen and promoting digestion. Papain in papaya can decompose fat into fatty acids. Papaya contains an enzyme, which can digest protein and is beneficial to the digestion and absorption of food, so it has the function of invigorating the spleen and promoting digestion. Eating too much meat, fat tends to accumulate in the lower body. Enzymes in papaya can help decompose meat, reduce the workload of gastrointestinal tract, and make fleshy legs gradually become more bony. Its unique Carica Papaya L. has the effect of antibiotic tumor, and can prevent the synthesis of nitrosamine, a carcinogen in human body, and has strong anticancer activity on lymphocytic leukemia cells. The oleander component contained in papaya is a compound with the functions of protecting liver, lowering enzymes, resisting inflammation and bacteria, lowering blood lipid and softening blood vessels. Papain is very helpful for mammary gland development, especially in lactagogue, and it can increase milk for women with milk deficiency. It is best to use papaya for breast enhancement. Because papaya is warm, cold and not dry, its nutrients are easily absorbed directly by the skin, especially for moistening the lungs. When the lungs are properly moistened, they can better promote qi and blood circulation, so that the body can absorb sufficient nutrition more easily, so that the skin becomes smooth, tender and delicate, wrinkles are reduced and the complexion is rosy. ≮ Suitable for people ≯ Suitable for ordinary people. In particular, people with nutritional deficiency, indigestion, obesity and lactation deficiency should eat regularly. ≮ Usage ≯ Every time 1/4 or so. ≮ Special tips ≯ Xuan papaya is often used for treatment, that is, papaya in the north, which is not suitable for fresh food; Edible papaya is mostly papaya produced in the south, which can be eaten raw or stewed with meat as a vegetable. ≮ Health traffic lights ≯ Carica Papaya L. in papaya is slightly toxic to human body, so it is not advisable to eat too much at a time. People with allergies should be careful. You can't eat papaya during pregnancy for fear of causing uterine contraction and abdominal pain, but it won't affect the fetus. References:

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