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Green Papaya

Green papaya is unripe papaya with a firm texture and mild flavor, commonly eaten raw in salads or cooked in savory dishes. It is lower in sugar than ripe papaya and provides fiber and vitamin C.

Beneficial properties

high in fiber rich in vitamin C supports digestion low in sugar contains antioxidants

Nutritional highlights

Green papaya provides vitamin C, folate, potassium, fiber, and smaller amounts of vitamin A precursors and other antioxidants.

Caution. Papaya may trigger allergic reactions in people sensitive to latex, and unripe papaya should be avoided in pregnancy in large amounts due to latex content.

Conditions it helps with

Constipation
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Diabetes (Type 1 & Type 2)
Includes: Diabetes Type 2
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Diabetes (Type 2)
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Immune System (general)
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Recipes featuring Green Papaya