Papaya Leaf Powder

Kingdom: Plantae

Family: Caricaceae

Genus: Carica

Species: C. papaya

Binomial name: Carica papaya

Papaya is simply known as Carica Papaya and pawpaw. The native of this tree is Mexico and the northern region of South America. It is widely grown in tropical regions, it is one of the most loved fruits in the world. The seeds, fruits, and leaves of this tree are mostly used for various culinary and folk medicines.

The papaya leaves contain unique plant compounds that have demonstrated broad pharmacological potential. Papaya leaves are also available in the form of powder, extracts, tea, juices, and tablets. It is used to treat some health problems and promote health in numerous ways.

The leaves are rich in chymopapain and papain that helps to aid digestion and prevent bloating. It is also rich in vitamin A, C, E, K, and B and the minerals Magnesium, calcium, iron, and sodium.

Health Benefits

• One of the prominent benefits of papaya leaf is it helps to treat the symptoms related to dengue fever. Dengue is caused by a mosquito-borne virus that causes flu-like symptoms like fatigue, fever, nausea, headaches, skin rashes, and vomiting.
• Papaya leaves are used in Mexican folk medicines to treat diabetes. It helps to control blood sugar levels.
• The papaya leaf extract or tea helps to ease uncomfortable digestive symptoms like bloating, gas, and heartburn.
• This leaf has a good amount of anti-inflammatory properties, so it is widely used to treat internal and external inflammatory conditions like muscle aches, joint pain, and skin rashes.
• The papaya leaf juice also helps to improve hair growth and scalp health.