Papaya is a small tropical tree with a pear-shaped fruit known popularly as the fruit of angels. In the tropics, where Papaya is grown, it is referred to as the "medicine tree" or "melon of health". According to The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Papaya is "The Most Nutritious Fruit". According to researchers at Purdue University, papaya contains 50 biologically active ingredients, many of which fight bacteria, parasites, fungi and certain varieties of cancer cells. In studies on mice and other animals, papaya extracts have successfully reduced tumors without any toxic effects.
Besides having enzymes and active ingredients that specifically affect cancer cells, papaya boasts many important nutrients that support the immune system---including vitamins A, C and E. Perhaps most importantly, it contains vitamin B17, which in concentrated form is already used as part of traditional chemotherapy treatments.
Papain, an important enzyme in papaya, is also a powerful digestive aid. It breaks down proteins naturally and eases the burden of digestion on the pancreas and stomach. Some doctors and nutritionists feel that a lack of pancreatic enzymes may be responsible for certain types of cancer. An overburdened pancreas may, with age, produce less enzymes and pave the way for cancer. Papain may be a good form of prevention.

Benefits of Papaya Leaf

- Builds up platelets.
- Boosts immunity.
- Aids protein digestion.
- Relieves stomach distress.
- Controls premature aging.
- Provides skin toning, rejuvenating.
- Restores normal bacteria in the gut after an anti-biotic treatment.
- Treats external wounds.
- Controls blood pressure & cholesterol.

*These statements have not been verified by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. HerbalPapaya strongly encourages personal research to authenticate all claims.