10 Foods Good for Digestion
Digestive Food #3: Papaya
Eating papaya has been shown to aid in digestion. Papaya contains a proteolytic enzyme called papain, which increases as the fruit ripens. These enzymes aid in digestion because they are active in the stomach’s acidic environment, allowing it to break down protein similar to fermentable substances that help promote health.
One study examined participants with irritable bowel syndrome and the effectiveness of a papaya supplement made from papaya pulp. The study showed that the papaya concentrate improved some symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome, specifically constipation and bloating. Another study showed that papaya may also fight intestinal parasites because its seeds have antimicrobial components.
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