Health Benefits of Eating Pawpaw Seeds
Do you eat pawpaw? Many eat the pawpaw and throw away the
seeds. According to a new study, pawpaw seeds can cure many diseases of the
Liver, Kidney, Gut, and more. (Note: Papaya is another name for pawpaw – both names
would be used interchangeably in this article.)
Pawpaw seeds can be eaten raw, crushed or mashed with milk,
honey or salad dressings. The importance
of the pawpaw seeds is numerous. It prevents and cures diseases related to the
worms, kidney, gut, and liver diseases.
Below are some of the benefits of Pawpaw seeds (N.B: Discuss
with your nutritionist to know if taking the seed is okay for you)
1. Good for the Liver:
Papaya seeds are rich with nutrients that can heal cirrhosis
of the liver; eating small amounts of seeds will protect and detox the liver.
2. Good for the Kidney:
The seeds from Pawpaw can improve kidney health and also
prevent renal failure and kidney poisoning.
3. Arresting Cancer:
Pawpaw seeds have agents that can stop the growth of tumors
and cancer cells. They contain isothiocyanate which helps with breast, colon,
leukemia, lung and prostate cancer.
4. Killing Parasites:
Pawpaw seeds have an alkaloid named “Carpaine” which kills
amoebic parasites and intestinal worms. Children who consume Pawpaw seed juice
for 7 days gets rid of a great percentage of parasites in the gut.
5. Anti-inflammatory properties:
Because of its anti-inflammatory properties, pawpaw seeds
are great for joint disease, alleviating arthritis, pain, swelling and redness.
6. Aids Digestion:
Pawpaw seeds are rich in the enzyme papain, which protects
digestion and it is a great solution for women who want to get pregnant.
7. Antibacterial and Antiviral properties:
Papaya seeds, even in small amounts can kill bacteria like
Salmonella, E. coli and Staphylococcus. Also, they fight infections and cure
Typhoid, Dengue and other harmful diseases. People in Nigeria drink milk with
Papaya seeds as cure for Typhoid fever.
Disclaimer: WARNINGS ON THE USE OF PAPAYA SEEDS
Though, pawpaw seeds have many health benefits, it can be
dangerous for pregnant women, and women that are breastfeeding. Papaya seeds
can be too strong for gastrointestinal tract of babies and young children. So,
make sure to talk to your Nutritionists before consuming pawpaw seeds.
Stay Healthy!
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