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Botanical: Carica papaya
Family: Caricaceae (papaya)
Other common names: Papaw, Mamao, Tree Melon, Paw-Paw
Troubled with heartburn and indigestion? Try Papaya Fruit! Papaya
contains papain, a remarkable, protein-dissolving enzyme that eases
many stomach ailments and is an exceptional aid to digestion. A rich
source of minerals and vitamins A, C and E, papain also breaks down
wheat gluten, which may be of great help those with Celiac disease.
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for educational purposes only. These statements have not been
evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat
or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using
any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own
health care provider.

History:
Papaya is an herbaceous tree with a stem of spongy, soft wood that
is hollow in the center and bears melon-like fruit. It may grow to a
height of twenty to thirty feet. The papaya needs a tropical climate
that is dry when cold and wet when warm; consequently, its greatest
success appears in the equatorial zone with its warm wet season and
cool dry season. It is extremely sensitive to frost, and water-
logging will kill the taproot within forty-eight hours. The papaya
is especially susceptible to parasites, pests and diseases. This
fussy plant needs a lot of water but must have good drainage, and it
bears most fruit in light, porous, slightly acidic soils that are
rich in organic matter. Said to be a native of the Caribbean, the
Papaya is the true papaw that now grows abundantly throughout
tropical America, Hawaii and many other tropical climates throughout
the world. Although grown to some extent in south Florida, the true
papaw is not related to the North American papaw. The fruit is
usually pear-sized and has a central cavity filled with edible, pea-
sized seeds. Papaya fruit is eaten as a melon, included in salads
and when unripe, it is cooked as a vegetable. The seeds are said to
have a similar flavor as capers. The green fruit, stems, and leaves
are a rich source of a gummy, milky, white latex that contains the
powerful enzyme, papain. This protein-dissolving substance has not
only been widely used for stomach and digestive disorders, but it is
also included in commercial preparations as a meat tenderizer,
chewing gum and as a stablizing agent that is used to clarify beer.
Some of Papaya
Fruit’s constituents include the fermenting agent myrosin, beta-
carotene, rutin, resin, linalool, lycopene, malic acid, methyl
salicylate, another enzyme (chymopapain), calcium, iron, magnesium,
manganese, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, B-vitamins and vitamins A, C
and E.
Beneficial Uses:
Papaya is an excellent treatment for digestive disorders and
extremely useful for any disturbances of the gastrointestinal tract.
Papain, the powerful enzyme in Papaya, helps to dissolve and digest
protein, thus easing stomach ailments and indigestion. (Because
papain breaks down tough meat fibers, it is often used in
restaurants and is the major ingredient in commercial meat
tenderizers!) Papaya has been effective in easing heartburn and is
given to treat dyspepsia and gastric catarrh. Papaya also stimulates
the appetite.
Papaya’s enzyme, papain, not only digests protein, but it extends
its activity to digesting carbohydrate. Papain also breaks down
wheat gluten, which may be helpful for those suffering from Celiac
disease. Those who have difficulty digesting starchy foods, such as
breads, cereals and potatoes, might find great relief in including
Papaya in their diets.
Papaya helps to settle a nervous and upset stomach and the queasy
feelings often associated with travel and motion sickness. It has
also been helpful in relieving morning sickness.
The papain in unripe Papaya’s gummy milk sap has been known to kill
parasites by digesting them and has been used in herbal medicine to
kill and expel worms. (Papaya has even been used for termite
control.)
The papain in Papaya is currently undergoing studies to investigate
its efficacy in treating the Herpes simplex virus. The other papayan
enzyme, chymopapain, has been used in the treatment of slipped
spinal disc and pinched nerves.
Papaya is said to stimulate the bowels in times of constipation and
is also believed to be useful in treating inflammatory bowel
disorders.
Since many stomach problems are the direct result of indigestion,
use of Papaya appears to help prevent many ailments. It stimulates
digestive acids and the production of bile, which may also lead to a
healthier liver and pancreas.
Papaya is said to have compounds that act as the female hormone,
estrogen and has been used in folk medicine to promote milk
production, facilitate childbirth and increase the female libido. In
some parts of the world, it is used to induce menstruation.
In other cultures, Papaya has many medicinal applications. For
treatment of poisonous snakebites, Papaya helps to degrade the venom
protein in the blood, thus losing its deadly strength. It is used
topically to rid the pain of insect stings, and it is said that when
applied to heal wounds, it digests dead tissue without affecting the
surrounding live tissue. In Jamaica, the gummy latex of the unripe
papaya fruit is slowly dripped onto warts and corns, shriveling
them, and they fall off. The juice has been used as a facial wash to
remove freckles.
Recommended Dosage:
Take two (2) capsules, one (1) to two (2) times each day with water
at mealtimes.
Contraindications:
People who take blood thinning medication (Coumadin, aspirin, etc.)
and pregnant women should take Papaya in moderation. Papaya in all
its forms should never be taken by people with a latex allergy
(causing anaphylactic shock).
Capsule Size:
We use only 100% Gluten-free, Vegetable Cellulose “00″ capsules for
all of our encapsulated products. (click here for size comparison)
Papaya Fruit - Botanical Powder — Approximately 600 mg. each