General
Papaya Powder
It stands out for containing a large amount of vitamins (among which we find vitamins of group B, C, A and D), minerals (such as calcium, potassium or sodium), and dietary fiber, it is not for nothing that papaya is considered one of the fruits rich in antioxidants, since the fruit provides carotenoids that makes us protected from many diseases.
This tropical fruit is rich in a component called papain or papayotin, it is an enzyme, with properties similar to pepsin (enzyme that is part of gastric juices) or trypsin (enzyme that is part of pancreatic juices), like these ferments, it attacks proteins causing their destruction, this type of enzymes, which are known as proteolytic enzymes such as occurs with pineapple bromelain, kiwi actidine.
The papaya enzyme, also known as papain, is a cysteine protease enzyme present in papaya, which is well known for the numerous benefits for digestive health, it also has 212 amino acids, in simple words, the papaya enzyme is a powerful mixture of proteolytic enzymes derived from this fruit.
Seving 1 cup
Nutritional information
Energy value: 55 kcal 228 kJ.
Protein: 0.85 g.
Carbohydrates: 13.73 g.
Fiber: 2.5 g.
Sugar: 8.26 g.
Fat: 0.2 g.
Saturated Fat: 0.06 g.
Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.043 g.
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.053 g.
Cholesterol: 0mg.
Sodium: 4 Mg.
Potasio: 360mg.
Benefits of Papaya Powder:
- It provides a large amount of vitamins and minerals, as well as dietary fiber.
- It has a great detoxifying, antioxidant and depurative power.
- It facilitates the expulsion of toxins that have been accumulating over time.
- It contains anti-inflammatory properties.
- It helps against fluid retention and to purify our body.
- Improves intestinal transit.
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