These days there are so many conflicting reports of what’s healthy that it’s hard to know which information to trust.  Perhaps a back to basics approach is best.  Fruits and vegetables really are the best thing for people to eat to stay healthy.  They’re packed full of nutrients and other healthy compounds, and there’s not a lot of the “bad” stuff to contend with, like fat, cholesterol, and empty calories.  Eating a wide range of fruits and vegetables is one of the best ways to say healthy, and papaya is a great way to do that and to add some variety to your diet too.  The papaya fruit itself is an impressive source of dietary fiber, vitamins A and C, and phytochemicals like beta-carotene and lycopene.