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Papaya is a tropical fruit with an average weight of 300 grams. A medium papaya papaya caasnprovides about 30 grams of carbohydrates, 5 grams of fiber, and 2 grams of protein.

Average calories: 128 per one medium.

Papaya: one medium

Carbohydrate

30

Fiber

5

Protein

2

Fat

0

Calories

128

 

Vitamins found in higher amounts: vitamins C, A, B9, E, and K.

Minerals found in higher amounts: potassium, magnesium, calcium and selenium.

Phytonutrients found in higher amounts and their health benefits: papaya contains the two enzymes papain and chymopapain. They help with digesting proteins, reducing inflammation, improving healing from burn, and tenderizing meat.

Other phytonutrients are carotenoids (beta-carotene, lycopene, lutein, and zeaxanthin) and polyphenols. These phytonutrients have anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer effects, especially lycopene that has a protective effect against prostate cancer. Carotenoids promote healthy eyes and vision. They may reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration (ARMD).

A medium papaya contains 75 mg of Omega-3 and 18 mg of Omega-6 fatty acids.