What is Papaya (Fresh)?
Papaya is a tropical fruit exceptionally high in vitamin C and containing papain - a unique digestive enzyme. This enzyme helps break down proteins and may reduce inflammation. Papaya provides powerful antioxidants including lycopene and beta-carotene that support heart health, immune function, and healthy skin.
Key Highlights
- Exceptionally high vitamin C (144% DV) for immunity
- Contains papain enzyme aiding protein digestion
- Rich in lycopene antioxidant for heart health
- Provides beta-carotene (vitamin A precursor)
- Good folate source (14% DV)
- Low calorie (62 per cup) with natural sweetness
- May reduce inflammation throughout body
- Supports skin health and wound healing
Papaya (Fresh) Nutrition Facts
Nutrition values per 140 g (140g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 62 | - |
| Total Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | mg | 0% |
| Sodium | mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 15.7g | 6% |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5g | 9% |
| Sugars | 0g | - |
| Protein | 0g | 0% |
| Vitamins | ||
| Vitamin C | 86.5mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 68mcg | 0% |
| Folate | 53mcg | 0% |
| Minerals | ||
| Potassium | 286mg | 0% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Health Benefits of Papaya (Fresh)
Exceptionally high vitamin C (144% DV) for immunity
Exceptionally high vitamin C (144% DV) for immunity
Contains papain enzyme aiding protein digestion
Contains papain enzyme aiding protein digestion
Rich in lycopene antioxidant for heart health
Rich in lycopene antioxidant for heart health
Provides beta-carotene (vitamin A precursor)
Provides beta-carotene (vitamin A precursor)
Good folate source (14% DV)
Good folate source (14% DV)
Low calorie (62 per cup) with natural sweetness
Low calorie (62 per cup) with natural sweetness
May reduce inflammation throughout body
May reduce inflammation throughout body
Supports skin health and wound healing
Supports skin health and wound healing
Papaya (Fresh) for Your Health Goals
Discover how Papaya (Fresh) can support your specific nutrition and health goals:
Papaya (Fresh) for Immune Health
Exceptionally high vitamin C supports immune function
Relevance: 9.4/10Papaya (Fresh) for Gut Health
Papain enzyme aids digestion and reduces inflammation
Relevance: 8.8/10Papaya (Fresh) for Skin Health
Vitamin C and antioxidants support collagen and skin health
Relevance: 8.4/10Papaya (Fresh) for Anti Aging
Powerful antioxidants combat cellular aging
Relevance: 8.1/10Papaya (Fresh) for Heart Health
Lycopene and fiber support cardiovascular health
Relevance: 7.6/10Papaya (Fresh) for Weight Loss
Low calorie with natural sweetness and digestive support
Relevance: 7.2/10How to Select & Store Papaya (Fresh)
🏠 Storage Tips
- Ripen at room temperature until mostly yellow with slight give
- Refrigerate ripe papaya for 5-7 days
- Cut papaya keeps refrigerated for 2-3 days covered
- Freeze cubes for smoothies
- Buy when mostly green and ripen at home
Best Ways to Eat Papaya (Fresh)
Quick Recipe Ideas
- Eat fresh, ripe papaya as is
- Add to smoothies for tropical flavor
- Make papaya salsa with lime and cilantro
- Use in fruit salads with lime juice
- Blend into smoothie bowls
- Add unripe papaya to Thai salads (som tam)
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